Chhattisgarh To Host India's First State-Level Hockey League From October 21 In Raipur
Raipur, Aug 25: Chhattisgarh is set to host India's first official state-level hockey league under the aegis of Hockey India, with the inaugural Chhattisgarh Hockey League (CHL) scheduled to be held from October 21 to November 1 at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium in Raipur. Chhattisgarh launches hockey league The franchise-based league, announced by the Sports and Youth…
Raipur, August 25 - India's inaugural state-level hockey league, the Chhattisgarh Hockey League (CHL), will commence on October 21 at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium in Raipur. This franchise-based league, announced by the Chhattisgarh Sports and Youth Welfare Department, aims to provide a platform for the state's athletes to excel at various levels.
The league will feature six regional teams: Rajdhani Royals, Chitrakoot Challengers, Sanskardhani Strikers, Chakradhar Champions, Nyayadhani Knights, and Mainpat Titans. Notable Indian hockey players, including Gurjant Singh, Shamsher Singh, Surender Kumar, Jaskaran Singh, and Devindar Walmiki, have been chosen as marquee players for the inaugural edition.
The league's format will follow a round-robin style, with the top four teams advancing to the semifinals. The final is scheduled for November 1, and a special exhibition match between women's teams will be held on the same day. The league's visual identity incorporates elements of Chhattisgarh's regional pride, including the map of the state, stylized hockey player, and saffron, green, and orange color scheme.
The mascot, Baghwa, a tiger, symbolizes courage, strength, and resilience, drawing inspiration from the state's forests and wildlife heritage.
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