What coaches say about tomorrow’s Delhi Vs Ranchi match

Will it be Ashley’s day or Sardar’s dominance?

Preview MATCH No.6 RANCHI Vs DELHI

Ranchi, 25 January 2015: Post their electrifying win yesterday over Dabang Mumbai, Ranchi Rays

looks to be finding its form in the ongoing 3rd edition of the Hero Hockey India League. While on the other hand post their 2-2 draw against Uttar Pradesh Wizards in Lucknow, the Sardar Singh led team still looks confident of stamping their dominance in the League. With both the teams looking at a win tomorrow it will yet again be an exciting clash in the League which has been witnessing each team giving their best and showcasing that they are no less than the other.

Let us look at what the important people of both teams say about the forthcoming match:

SARDAR SINGH: Captain Delhi Waveriders:

“Our team is improving very well under our Head Coach Cedric D’Souza and we will step on the field for tomorrow’s match with a positive mindset. The pre-HIL coaching camp was very helpful for us and we have got enough time to build up our team. We worked on various strategies in the camp and planned few things for all the upcoming matches. We are looking forward to tomorrow’s match and finish the game on a winning conclusion.”

CEDRIC D’SOUZA: Head Coach of Delhi Waveriders:

“After our last match draw against UP Wizards, we are in better shape and have improved from our previous game. We are ready for tomorrow’s match and we will play our natural game keeping few strategies in our mind. We have worked on a number of things in today’s practice session and as all the teams have the best players, we are not taking any team lightly. The crowd here is very passionate about hockey and I am looking forward to tomorrow’s match in front of a cheering crowd.”

ASHLEY JACKSON: Captain Ranchi Rays: “It was great to get our first win of the competition and the team is really happy with the improved performance from our first game. The team’s confidence level is high for tomorrow’s match and we look forward to pocket second win against Delhi Waveriders. We are excited to be heading back to play in front of our home fans in Ranchi tomorrow.”

HARENDRA SINGH: Head Coach Ranchi Rays:

“Ranchi Rays are playing their first home match in this season of Hockey India League; therefore we are looking forward for a well contested match on home turf tomorrow. Both the teams are well balanced which we witnessed in our last outing at Mumbai and we expect same kind of keen contest playing against Delhi Waveriders. Being Mahi’s home town I am sure large number of people will come to support their favorite star’s team.”

MANPREET SINGH: “I am very pleased with the way our team performed yesterday and got our first win against Dabang Mumbai. This win has boosted our confidence and we will make every effort to convert all the scoring opportunities into goals. We will be looking ahead to give a confident performance against the Defending Champions, Delhi Waveriders. Moreover, we will not let pressure take over us and we will play to the best of our capabilities in front of our home crowd tomorrow.”

SCHEDULE FOR MONDAY:

MATCH: Ranchi Rays Vs Delhi Waveriders

TIME: 1700 Hrs IST
VENUE: Hockey Stadium, Ranchi, Jharkhand
TELECAST: LIVE by Star Sports 2 Star Sports 3