Hockey India League Launches First Women's Auction Amid Revamped Format

The inaugural women's auction will feature four teams, with top Indian and international players set to participate.

The Hockey India League returns after a seven-year hiatus, introducing the first-ever women's auction with four participating teams.
Initially planned as a six-team event, the women's league will start with four teams due to delayed franchise acquisitions.
Top Indian players like Salima Tete, Savita Punia, and Vandana Katariya are expected to attract significant bids.
International stars such as Charlotte Stapenhorst, Maria Granatto, and Rachael Lynch will also be part of the auction.
The men's auction saw Indian captain Harmanpreet Singh as the highest-paid player, highlighting a shift towards valuing domestic talent.