The Hyderabad Toofans are the newest entry to the Hockey India League (HIL), bringing fresh energy and excitement to the league. Resolute Sports owns the team, which will debut in the 2024-25 season and is based in the growing city of Hyderabad.
While the team’s captain has yet to be announced, they have hired former Dutch player Pasha Gademan as head coach, who is expected to give their roster international experience and tactical depth.
In their maiden HIL auction, the Hyderabad Toofans made headlines with their strategic purchases. Their most costly acquisition was Germany’s ace defender Gonzalo Peillat, who cost ₹68 lahks, indicating a focus on establishing a strong defence. Sumit, an Indian midfielder, joined the team for ₹47 lakh, bringing agility and depth to the roster.
Hyderabad Toofans Squad For Hockey India League 2024-25
| Player Name | Position | Country |
| Vikas Dahiya | Goalkeeper | India |
| Dominic Dixon | Goalkeeper | New Zealand |
| Bikramjit Singh | Goalkeeper | India |
| Akshay Avhad | Defender | India |
| Mukul Sharma | Defender | India |
| Amandeep Lakra | Defender | India |
| Devindar Sunil Walimiki | Defender | India |
| Gonzalo Peillat | Defender | Germany |
| Arthur De Sloover | Defender | Belgium |
| Jacob Anderson | Defender | Australia |
| Sundaram Rajawat | Defender | India |
| Zachary Wallace | Midfielder | England |
| Rajinder Singh | Midfielder | India |
| Darshan Vibhav Gawkar | Midfielder | India |
| Nic Woods | Midfielder | New Zealand |
| Rahim Aakib Sayyed | Midfielder | India |
| Maico Casella | Midfielder | Argentina |
| Sumit | Midfielder | India |
| Nilakanta Sharma | Midfielder | India |
| Timothy Daniel | Forward | Australia |
| Shilanand Lakra | Forward | India |
| Irengbam Rohit Singh | Forward | India |
| Talwinder Singh | Forward | India |
| Arshdeep Singh | Forward | India |
Hyderabad Toofans Full Schedule
| Date | Teams | Time | Venue |
| December 29, 2024 | Hyderabad Toofans vs Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers | 6:00 PM | Rourkela |
| December 31, 2024 | Delhi SG Pipers vs Hyderabad Toofans | 8:15 PM | Rourkela |
| January 4, 2025 | Hyderabad Toofans vs Gonasika | 8:15 PM | Rourkela |
| January 8, 2025 | UP Rudras vs Hyderabad Toofans | 8:15 PM | Rourkela |
| January 11, 2025 | Hyderabad Toofans vs Soorma Hockey Club | 8:15 PM | Rourkela |
| January 12, 2025 | Vedanta Kalinga Lancers vs Hyderabad Toofans | 8:15 PM | Rourkela |
| January 18, 2025 | Hyderabad Toofans vs Tamil Nadu Dragons | 6:00 PM | Ranchi |
| January 25, 2025 | Hyderabad Toofans vs UP Rudras | 8:15 PM | Rourkela |
| January 28, 2025 | Gonasika vs Hyderabad Toofans | 8:15 PM | Rourkela |
| January 23, 2025 | Tamil Nadu Dragons vs Hyderabad Toofans | 8:15 PM | Rourkela |
