Odisha Warriors squad for Women's Hockey India League. Photo: Instagram/ @yibbijansen Odisha Warriors squad for Women's Hockey India League. Photo: Instagram/ @yibbijansen The inaugural Women's Hockey India League kicks off on January 12th, with Delhi SG Pipers facing Odisha Warriors in the opening fixture at Jaipal Singh Stadium in Ranchi. (More Hockey News)
The first edition of the Women's Hockey India League will feature four teams: Delhi SG Pipers, Odisha Warriors, Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers, and Soorma Hockey Club.
Delhi SG Pipers boast a strong squad, with experienced India forward Navneet Kaur captaining the team and Belgian defender Emma Puvrez serving as vice-captain. Kaur, who debuted internationally in 2014, has netted 53 goals in 178 matches and continues to be a key figure for India.
Dutch coach Dave Smolenaars, who came on board as the analytical coach for India’s women’s team last year, will lead the Pipers, assisted by Tushar Khandekar.
All Hockey India affiliated state member units are eligible to participate in the event and all eligible veteran players, aged around and above 40, who want to participate in the tournament will have to contact their respective member units and register through the Hockey India Member Unit Portal.
On the other hand, Odisha Warriors are a force to be reckoned with. Experienced Indian midfielder Neha Goyal, will captain the team, supported by young vice-captain Ishika Chaudhary.
Janneke Schopman, former head coach of the Indian women’s team, will coach the Warriors. After leaving the Indian setup following the failure to qualify for the 2024 Olympics, Schopman is determined to prove herself in the league.
Check the full guide for Women's Hockey India League 2025 HERE.
Delhi SG Pipers Vs Odisha Warriors: SquadsDelhi SG Pipers
Defenders: Emma Puvrez (Belgium), Jyoti Singh, Stephanie De Groof (Belgium), Giselle Anne Ansley (Great Britain), Miri Maroney (Australia), Elizabeth Ann Neal (Great Britain)
Midfielders: Manisha Chauhan, Xan Gerdien De Waard (Netherlands), Khaidem Shileima Chanu, Manisha, Manashri
Forwards: Sunelita Toppo, Sangita Kumari, Navneet Kaur, Deepika, Mumtaz Khan, Ishika, Geeta Yadav, Charlotte Watson (Great Britain), Preeti Dubey, Himanshi Sharad Gawande
Goalkeepers: Bichu Devi Kharibam, Elodie Picard (Belgium), Bansari Solanki
Odisha Warriors
Defenders: Ishika Chaudhary, Claire Colwil (Australia), Jyoti Chhatri, Anjali Barwa, Lilly Paulin Stoffelsma (Germany), Deep Grace Ekka
money slotsMidfielders: Neha Goyal, Yibbi Jansen (Netherlands), Kaitlin Jaye Nobbs (Australia), Baljeet Kaur, Sonika, Victoria Sauze (Argentina), Nisha, Nandni
Forwards: Freeke Georgette Marie (Netherlands), Annu, Rituja Dadaso Pisal, Sakshi Rana, Kanika Siwach, Michelle Fillet (Netherlands), Sadhna
Goalkeepers: Jocelyn Bartram (Australia), Madhuri Kindo, Engil Harsha Rani Minz
Delhi SG Pipers Vs Odisha Warriors, Women's Hockey India League 2024-25: Live StreamingWhen to watch Delhi SG Pipers vs Odisha Warriors, Women's Hockey India League 2024-25 match?
The Delhi SG Pipers vs Odisha Warriors, Women's Hockey India League 2024-25 match will be played on 12 January at 8:40 pm IST.
Where to watch Delhi SG Pipers vs Odisha Warriors, Women's Hockey India League 2024-25 match?
The Hockey India League will be telecast live on the DD Sports, Sony Sports Network - Sony Ten 1, Sony Ten 1 HD, Sony Ten 3, Sony Ten 3 HD, Sony Ten 4 and Sony Ten 4 HD TV channels in India.
Fans can watch the live streaming on the Sony Liv and Waves OTT platforms.
Tickets are free for fans attending matches in Ranchi and Rourkela. Free tickets are now available on Ticketgenie’s web portal and app.betinm
