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Premier Hockey League returns for thrilling second season

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August 20, 2025

The Premier Hockey League (PHL) Sri Lanka is gearing up for an exhilarating season 2, promising to be the most prestigious hockey event in the island's sporting calendar.

Premier Hockey League returns for thrilling second season

At a recent press conference, the official announcement was made, setting the stage for an exciting month of competition that will begin in the first week of November and extend through to the end of the month.

Police, Army, Navy, Air Force, BRC, CH, CR, Old Senanayakians Sports Club (DS) and Royal College Hockey Club are among the nine formidable teams that will compete in this year's tournament, which is being organized by the Nextgen Hockey Development Society with the support from the Sri Lanka Hockey Federation and the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs.

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