Kalinga Lancers defeated HIL GC 3-1 in a shootout after the two sides were locked 1-1 at full time in their Men’s Hockey India League clash.
Ajeet Yadav (19’) and Alexander Hendrickx (23’) scored during regulation, with the Lancers notably conceding no penalty corners throughout the match. HIL GC dominated possession early, but the Lancers stayed disciplined and dangerous on the counter. Goalkeepers starred in a tense shootout before Dilpreet Singh sealed victory.
The win lifts Kalinga Lancers to the top of the HIL standings, underlining their strong defensive structure and composure under pressure.