New Delhi, Sept. 25 -- The young goalkeeper Vivek Lakra was one of the biggest stories of the Hockey India League (HIL) 2026 Mini Auctions, signed by Shrachi Bengal Tigers for INR 23 Lakhs against a base price of just Rs 2 Lakhs.

A day after the auction, he joined Monika and Rupinder Pal Singh in reflecting on their selection, the league, and the road ahead, as per a release from Hockey India.

Expressing his excitement, Lakra said, "I was watching the auction, and I was quite nervous. I didn't expect my name to go that high, and when it happened, I was surprised. It is very exciting for me. I just want to give my best, and with experienced foreign players in the team, I will try to learn as much as possible whenever I get the chance." ...