The HIL is India's premier hockey league, bringing top domestic and international talent together for an exciting tournament.
HIL 2026 will feature men's and women's tournaments in January 2026, with the men's league starting January 3rd in Chennai (Tamil Nadu Dragons vs. Hyderabad Toofans) and concluding in Bhubaneswar with playoffs/finals on Jan 26th.
While the women's league runs in Ranchi, featuring a double round-robin culminating in a final on Jan 10th; both leagues follow the successful 2025 revival with eight men's teams and four women's teams.
This League Aims to strengthen India's hockey ecosystem by providing a platform for global talent and inspiring young players. Strong corporate involvement through franchise partners.
