Bhubaneswar, Dec. 21 -- Ahead of the upcoming season of the Hockey India League, Vedanta Kalinga Lancers on Saturday announced the appointment of India's Sanjay and Belgium stalwart Arthur Van Doren as co-captains of the team. The HIL 2026 will be held from January 3 to January 26 2026, across Chennai, Ranchi and Bhubaneswar.

India drag-flicker Sanjay recently led the national team to a runners-up finish. At the same time, Van Doren captained Belgium to the title at the 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in November 2025, underscoring the leadership pedigree both players bring to Vedanta Kalinga Lancers in the new season.

Hailing from Haryana, Sanjay rose swiftly through the junior ranks, featuring at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games and the 2021 J...