The pool phase of the Hockey India League came to an end in scintillating fashion bringing with it heartbreak for the UP Rudras side even as the Tamil Nadu Dragons progressed to the playoffs.
Dragons conceded two goals in the opening quarter, but strikes from Jip Janssen and Thomas Sorsby in the second half ensured a draw and a passage into the final four.
Soorma HC secured their place in the final-four of the event with a 3-0 shootout win against the Tigers on Wednesday after the sides were tied at 1-1 at the end of regulation time.
The Tamil Nadu Dragons came back from two goals down to secure a draw against the UP Rudras in a thrilling encounter in the men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium.