Bhubaneswar, Jan. 22 -- The stage is set for a thrilling encounter in the Men's Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 as Vedanta Kalinga Lancers will take on the Ranchi Royals in Qualifier 1at the iconic Kalinga Hockey Stadium on January 23.
In this all-important playoff fixture, scheduled at 1700hrs IST, the top two teams from the league stage will go head-to-head for a direct spot in the tournament Final.
The home side, Vedanta Kalinga Lancers, finished atop the points table with 16 points after league stage, while Ranchi Royals secured the second spot with 12 points, earning them the right to compete in this marquee matchup.
Vedanta Kalinga Lancers have enjoyed a consistent and formidable run through the league phase, losing only once - a...