Free entry for HIL spectators in Lucknow

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IANS Lucknow
Last Updated : Jan 20 2015 | 4:55 PM IST

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

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

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

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First Published: Jan 20 2015 | 4:48 PM IST

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