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Hockey India League: Indian women’s hockey stalwart Savita Punia is in a reflective yet determined phase of her career as he prepares herself for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

Speaking exclusively to IANS ahead of the Hockey India League (HIL) season with Soorma Hockey Club, the experienced goalkeeper opened up about her retirement plans, evolving relationship with Rani Rampal, the rise of young talent, leadership dynamics and her hopes for World Cup qualification.

Soorma had a strong start to their campaign in the first Women’s Hockey India League last year. They kicked off with a commanding 4-1 victory over the Bengal Tigers, then narrowly beat the Odisha Warriors 2-1, who eventually became champions, before losing 0-2 to Delhi SG Pipers.