New Delhi: In an exciting development for hockey enthusiasts across India, Doordarshan (DD) has partnered with the Hockey India League (HIL) to broadcast the 2024-25 season.
This season is particularly special as it marks the debut of the Women’s Hockey India League alongside the men’s competition.
The league is set to commence on December 28, 2024, with matches being held in Rourkela and Ranchi. The men’s league will feature eight teams, while the inaugural women’s league will see four teams competing for the title.
Navneet Sehgal, Chairman of Prasar Bharati, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “Prasar Bharati is privileged to partner with the Hockey India League, a platform that celebrates our national sport and unites people across different regions. Through our comprehensive coverage, we aim to bring the electrifying spirit of hockey to viewers everywhere, bridging the urban-rural divide and amplifying the league’s impact.”
Dr. Dilip Tirkey, Chairperson of the HIL Governing Committee, added, “We are thrilled to partner with Doordarshan as the official broadcaster of the Hockey India League. This year is particularly special with the launch of the Women’s HIL, a landmark step in promoting women’s hockey. Doordarshan’s unparalleled reach and commitment to sports perfectly align with our vision of taking hockey to every corner of the nation.”
The men’s league will run from December 28, 2024, to February 1, 2025, while the women’s league will take place from January 12 to January 26, 2025.
