Tamil Nadu Dragons Dutch head coach Rein Van Eijk believes Olympic-medal winning India defender Amit Rohidas is the best “first rusher” in the world and hopes his multiple skills will benefit the franchise in the upcoming revamped Hockey India League (HIL). Two-time Olympic bronze medallist, Rohidas is one of the best first rushers in the … Read more
A two-hour drive through the meandering roads of Gehlaur Ghati from the Gaya Airport brings you to Rajgir, once the socio-political cradle of ancient India. The capital of the Magadha Dynasty between 544 and 413 BC, Rajgir today is like any other dusty small town in India but with well-laid-out public gardens and continues to … Read more
Even before the Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) was officially announced, it was evident that the Indian women’s hockey team would be markedly different from what it had been for some time. A new coach, new challenges, and significant baggage to shed meant the tournament — regardless of its position in the hierarchy of major international … Read more