Indian women players appeal to save Women's Hockey India League as future uncertain

Indian women hockey players in India on August 25, 2026 appealed for the preservation of the Women's Hockey India League as the competition faced an uncertain future.

They said the league has significantly boosted the confidence of a young, emerging team and provides a pathway for developing new talent for the national squad.

Financial challenges and low revenues threaten the league's continued operation, and players requested corporate and government support to ensure its survival and future success.