The Hockey India League- HIL will kick start at the Major Dhyanchand Stadium in New Delhi today. The opening match of the League will be played between Delhi Waveriders and Punjab Warriors at 8 PM. Punjab's skipper Jamie Dwyer, SV Sunil, and Shivendra Singh form a strong forwardline for the team, while Delhi too possess a formidable attack with the likes of Gurvinder Singh Chandi, Yuvraj Walmiki, and Danish Mujtaba in their ranks.Five teams, namely Delhi Wave Riders, Mumbai Magicians, Punjab Warriors, Ranchi Rhinos and Uttar Pradesh Wizards are taking part in the competition. The tournament will feature 34 matches spread over 28 days. A prize money of 25 lakh rupees will be awarded to the player of the tournament while the emerging player of the tournament will receive a reward of 20 lakh rupees.