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Long way to go but I'm very excited, says Rani
Ahmedabad Mirror
|December 26, 2025
'My journey as a player has finished and new one as coach has started'
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After an illustrious playing career, former India women’s hockey team captain Rani Rampal has stepped into a new role, this time from the sidelines. Rani opened up about her transition from player to coach, the challenges of managing diverse personalities, her vision for Soorma Hockey Club at the Hockey India League 2026, and what it's like working alongside longtime teammate Savita Punia in a mentor's role.
This story is from the December 26, 2025 edition of Ahmedabad Mirror.
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