After a win in the end, Team Gonaiska finished their campaign at 7th position in the Hockey India League standings with a tense win in the penalty shootout 3(3)- 3(1) against Hyderabad Toofans. However, despite losing Hyderabad Toofans sealed their place in the knockouts, they are still sitting on the second position now. Meanwhile, Rarh Bengal Tigers are still on the top with 18 points from nine matches. JSW Soorma Hockey Club and Tamil Nadu Dragons are tied on 17 points each, but Soormas have qualified for the playoffs. .
HIL 2024-25 Standings
- Three teams, Hyderabad Toofans, JSW Soorma Hockey Club and Rarh Bengal Tigers qualified for the knockouts.
- Tamil Nadu Dragons, and JSW Soorma Hockey Club, are tied on 17 points but differ in goal difference, which helped Soormas to qualify.
- Rarh Bengal Tigers are still on the top spot.
- UP Rudras are on 5th spot but they have a match in hand. If they win the will qualify for the knockouts.
- Delhi SG Pipers, Kalinga Lancers and Team Gonasika finished their campaign at the bottom.
Hockey India League Points Table
Here is the table displaying the rankings and performance stats of the teams:
Rank | Team | P | W | WS | L | LS | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
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1 | Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 23 | 21 | 2 | 18 |
2 | Hyderabad Toofans | 10 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 26 | 16 | 10 | 18 |
3 | JSW Soorma Hockey Club | 9 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 18 | 17 | 1 | 17 |
4 | Tamil Nadu Dragons | 9 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 20 | 21 | -1 | 17 |
5 | UP Rudras | 9 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 16 | 15 | 1 | 15 |
6 | Vedanta Kalinga Lancers | 10 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 31 | 31 | 0 | 12 |
7 | Team Gonasika | 10 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 21 | 22 | -1 | 12 |
8 | Delhi SG Pipers | 10 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 18 | 30 | -12 | 5 |
HIL 2024-25 Qualification Scenarios
Three teams qualified now, which means that two teams are now fighting for the qualification for the HIL 2024-25 playoffs. The defeat stopped Hyderabad Toofans from finishing on top. They still have to wait for final-day results to find a place in the playoffs.
Rarh Bengal Tigers (18 Points)
- Qualification: With Hyderabad getting 18 points, now Rarh Bengal Tigers have also qualified for the playoffs.
- Remaining Matches: Bengal Tigers will take on Soorma Hockey Club on Jan 29. If they win, they will ensure the top spot.
Hyderabad Toofans (18 Points)
- Qualification: A shootout win helped them to qualify for playoffs. However, their final place will be decided after final day matches.
- Remaining Matches: No Matches left.
Tamil Nadu Dragons (17 Points)
- Qualification: they will qualify for the knockout stage if they beat UP Rudras.
- Remaining Matches: Tamil Nadu Dragons will face UP Rudras next on Jan 29 for a place in the playoffs.
UP Rudras (15 Points)
Qualification: A win over Tamil Nadu Dragons could help them qualify for the playoffs.
Remaining Matches: Tamil Nadu Dragons on Jan 29.
JSW Soorma Hockey Club (17 Points)
Qualification: They are also qualified for the playoffs, but if they win, they can finish on top.
Remaining Matches: Rarh Bengal Tigers on Jan 29.
Kalinga Lancers (12 Points)
Qualification: Eliminated from playoff contention.
Remaining Matches: No matches left
Team Gonasika (12 Points)
Qualification: Eliminated from playoff contention.
Remaining Matches: No matches left.
Delhi SG Pipers (5 Points)
Qualification: Eliminated from playoff contention.
Remaining Matches: No further matches can impact qualification.
The top four teams will qualify for the knockout stage starting on January 31, and the final is scheduled for February 1, 2025. The last few matches will be critical in determining the final standings and which teams secure their spots in the playoffs.
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