UP Rudras Bolster Their Roster at the HIL 2024-25 Auction

The Hockey India League (HIL) men’s auction for the 2024-25 season kicked off in Delhi on Sunday, October 13th, with teams vying for the best talent. The UP Rudras, eager to make their mark, made some notable acquisitions to bolster their squad.

The team secured the services of experienced forward Lalit Kumar Upadhyay for Rs 28 lakh. They also added a strong presence in the midfield with the acquisition of Hardik Singh, who came at a cost of Rs 70 lakh. These strategic signings demonstrate the Rudras’ commitment to building a competitive team.

Here’s a look at the UP Rudras’ full squad following the auction:

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Lalit Kumar Upadhyay (Rs 28 lakh)

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Hardik Singh (Rs 70 lakh)

Squad Strength:

2

Overseas Players:

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Purse Remaining:

Rs 3.02 crore

The UP Rudras have two overseas player slots to fill and still have a significant amount of their purse remaining. This leaves them well-positioned to further strengthen their squad with additional key players during the remaining stages of the auction. It will be interesting to see who they target next as they strive for a successful campaign in the upcoming HIL season.