Free entry for HIL spectators in Lucknow

January 20, 2015 05:43 pm | Updated 05:43 pm IST - Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh Wizards on Tuesday announced that entry will be free for spectators for the Hockey India League (HIL) matches to be held in Lucknow.

The home matches of the Wizards will be held at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium.

“This year, by making entry free for all sports lovers, we intend to promote the game and provide an opportunity to all sports enthusiasts to come and cheer for their favourite team at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium, Sports College, Kursi Road, Lucknow,” said Abhijit Sarkar, director, Sahara Adventures Sports Limited, which owns the team.

HIL starts on Jan 22 in Bhubaneshwar when home team Kalinga Lancers take on Ranchi Rays while the first match here will take place on Jan 23 when the Warriors face defending champions Delhi Waveriders.

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