New Delhi, Sept. 24 -- The buzz around the Hero Hockey India League (HIL) Mini Auctions reached its peak on Wednesday as franchises completed their squad-building process in a high-energy, closed-door session held here in the national capital.

Over 100 men players went under the hammer, with franchises making bold and strategic moves to secure talent for the upcoming season. With salary caps of Rs 4 Crores (Men), franchises made every move count, and their final rosters reflected a balanced mix of experienced internationals, promising juniors, and specialist positions such as goalkeepers and drag-flickers.

It is worth noting that the Hero HIL Governing Council today assumed charge of the UP Rudras franchise for the upcoming Hero HIL 202...