Hockey India League Live Streaming: Indian hockey is set for a historic resurgence after a seven-year hiatus as Hockey India League (HIL) makes its much-awaited comeback in 2024.
For the first time, a Women's Hockey League will also feature, with four teams competing from January 12. The men's matches will take place at the Birsa Munda Stadium, culminating in the final in February, while the women's league matches will be held at the Ranchi Hockey Stadium, running from January 12 to 26.
When and where to watch Hockey India League 2024-25 live telecast and live streaming in India?
Fans can watch Hockey India League live on Prasar Bharati's new OTT platform, Waves, and Sony Ten channels. The matches will be broadcast in multiple languages, including Sony Ten 1 (English), Sony Ten 3 (Hindi), and Sony Ten 4 (Tamil and Telugu), available in both SD and HD formats.
For online viewers, Hockey India League live streaming will be available on Sony LIV app and website.
Fans attending the matches in Ranchi and Rourkela can enjoy free entry, with tickets available at no cost. Free passes can be booked through Ticketgenie's website or app.
Hockey India League 2024-25 format (men's)
Men's Hockey India League (HIL) has teams divided into two pools for the competition:
Pool A: Delhi SG Pipers, Shrachi Rd Bengal Tigers, Surma Hockey Club, Vedanta Kalinga Dancers
Pool B: Gonasika, Hyderabad Storm, Tamil Nadu Dragons, UP Rudras
Hockey India League 2024-25 format (women's)
In the initial stage, each team will compete against the others in its pool. Following this, the second phase will see teams play additional matches within their respective pools. The top four teams from across both pools will advance to the semi-finals.
Starting January 12, four teams will compete in a double round-robin format. The top two teams will progress to the final, set to take place on January 26.