Ranchi, Jan. 2 -- Ranchi Royals defeated Soorma Hockey Club 2-0 in their Women's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 encounter in Ranchi on Friday.

Rutuja Dadaso Pisal (30') and Sakshi Rana (54') scored the two goals of the evening at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium here. Defences were on top in the first quarter, with both sides hardly making any errors or giving away good chances to their opponents, according to a release.

Ranchi Royals held more possession at the start; however, Soorma Hockey Club showed great attacking intent and made 10 circle penetrations in the first 15 minutes of the contest. In the 12th minute, JSW Soorma Hockey Club won the first penalty corner of the evening, but the first rusher stopped ...