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Friday, November 6, 2026
Volume 17 . Issue 44
Hockey fans across New Zealand will have the option of watching the upcoming Indian Centenary Hockey Series with Hindi commentary, with TVNZ set to trial the language option on its streaming platform, TVNZ+.
The initiative aims to make the milestone series more accessible to New Zealand’s Indian community, allowing viewers to follow the matches in their preferred language.
The three-match series, scheduled for November 19, 21 and 22, will mark 100 years of New Zealand and India competing against each other on the hockey field. The Vantage Black Sticks Men will take on India at Lloyd Elsmore Park in Pakuranga, Auckland.
The Hindi commentary will be AI-assisted, using technology and capabilities made possible by TVNZ+'s replatforming earlier this year.
TVNZ said human checks had been carried out on the commentary, while acknowledging that the trial would also provide an opportunity to learn more about the use of emerging technology.
"Human checks have been carried out, but as with any emerging technology, we're keen to learn as we go. TVNZ invites viewers to tell us how the Hindi option added to their enjoyment, and we'll use your feedback to help shape what comes next."
Viewers will be able to choose between English and Hindi commentary on TVNZ+. Two separate streams will be available for each match in the platform's sport section, allowing audiences to select their preferred language.
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Hockey fans across New Zealand will have the option of watching the upcoming Indian Centenary Hockey Series with Hindi commentary, with TVNZ set to trial the language option on its streaming platform, TVNZ+.
The initiative aims to make the milestone series more accessible to New Zealand’s Indian...
Hockey fans across New Zealand will have the option of watching the upcoming Indian Centenary Hockey Series with Hindi commentary, with TVNZ set to trial the language option on its streaming platform, TVNZ+.
The initiative aims to make the milestone series more accessible to New Zealand’s Indian community, allowing viewers to follow the matches in their preferred language.
The three-match series, scheduled for November 19, 21 and 22, will mark 100 years of New Zealand and India competing against each other on the hockey field. The Vantage Black Sticks Men will take on India at Lloyd Elsmore Park in Pakuranga, Auckland.
The Hindi commentary will be AI-assisted, using technology and capabilities made possible by TVNZ+'s replatforming earlier this year.
TVNZ said human checks had been carried out on the commentary, while acknowledging that the trial would also provide an opportunity to learn more about the use of emerging technology.
"Human checks have been carried out, but as with any emerging technology, we're keen to learn as we go. TVNZ invites viewers to tell us how the Hindi option added to their enjoyment, and we'll use your feedback to help shape what comes next."
Viewers will be able to choose between English and Hindi commentary on TVNZ+. Two separate streams will be available for each match in the platform's sport section, allowing audiences to select their preferred language.
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