Vedanta Kalinga Lancers held their nerve in a high-intensity Final to defeat Ranchi Royals 3–2 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium, clinching the Men’s Hero Hockey India League title in front of their home crowd after a gripping contest that went down to the final minute.

SG Pipers lifted the Women’s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 title after edging past Shrachi Bengal Tigers in a tense shootout, following a 1–1 draw in regulation time in a gripping Final.

India’s 2–0 defeat to South Africa at home was more than a scoreline. It exposed deeper issues in preparation, selection and approach. From an Eden surface shaped by external influence to a free-flowing South African batting display in Guwahati, the series underlined the widening gap between stability and improvisation. As questions arise over India’s Test structure, this result stands as a clear reminder that the long format rewards clarity, not uncertainty.

Exclusive Pixel Sports interview with Asia Cup’s Man of the Tournament, Abhishek Nain. His journey, struggles, mentors, Ronaldo influence, and vision for Indian hockey.

Australia defeated India by seven wickets in the rain-curtailed first ODI at Perth, with Mitchell Marsh starring in a composed unbeaten 46.

The AIFF has named Khalid Jamil as head coach of the Indian Men’s National Team, endorsing homegrown talent ahead of major international fixtures.

East Bengal Women add firepower by signing Fazila, Shilky, and Payal, and extend contracts of 14 core players to build on their domestic double ahead of the AFC Women’s Champions League.

Jamshedpur FC vs Tribhuvan Army FC Durand Cup 2025 encounter saw five goals shared between the sides as the Indian Super League team narrowly defeated the visiting Nepal Army side 3-2 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex.

The AIFF has finalized its three-man shortlist for the next head coach of the Indian men’s football team. Pixel Sports analyzes the profiles of Jamil, Constantine, and Tarkovič, each offering a unique direction for Indian football's future.

East Bengal vs South United Durand Cup 2025 opener ended in a one-sided affair as the Red and Golds cruised to a 5-0 victory at Salt Lake Stadium. Goals from Lalchungnunga, Saul Crespo, Bipin Singh, Diamantakos, and Naorem Mahesh sealed a perfect start to East Bengal’s campaign in the Durand Cup 2025.

“Everybody in the Indian football ecosystem is worried, hurt, scared about the uncertainty we are faced with. But we’ll ride this storm together,” said Sunil Chhetri, as he urged players, staff, and fans to stay united and hopeful amid the ISL standstill.