India’s Women’s Hockey team emerged victorious in the Asian Champions Trophy, garnering praise from cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur. The team secured their second title by defeating Japan in the final.
Tendulkar took to social media to congratulate the Indian women’s team, tweeting, “With a sparkling 4-0 win in the #AsianChampionsTrophy, our women’s hockey team has brought Diwali early this year. Congratulations to the champions!” Anurag Thakur also applauded the team, describing it as a “historic moment.” He tweeted, “What a historic moment for Bharatiya women’s hockey! They dethroned Japan and are now the Asian Champions Trophy winners!”
During the final match, Sangita Kumari, Neha, Lalremsiami, and Vandana Katariya scored a goal each for India. Hockey India recognized the team’s outstanding performance throughout the tournament by announcing a reward of Rs 3.00 Lakhs for each member of the Indian Women’s Hockey Team and Rs 1.50 Lakhs for each member of the support staff.
India displayed relentless determination right from the start, continuously pressuring Japan and attempting to disrupt their reign as champions. Despite Japan’s steadfast defense, India managed to secure a lead in the second quarter through Sangita Kumari’s superb finish. Japan tried to mount a comeback but was denied by India’s resolute defense.
India maintained their narrow advantage throughout the game, with Neha extending their lead in the final quarter. Savita, the captain of the Indian team, made a crucial save during a penalty stroke, preserving the two-goal advantage. Lalremsiami and Vandana Katariya sealed the victory with a penalty corner goal and a field goal, respectively.
The Indian team’s remarkable performance, capped by their undefeated streak and title victory, led Hockey India to reward their efforts with generous financial incentives. The victory highlights India’s growing strength in women’s hockey and brings pride to the nation.
The Asian Champions Trophy win showcases the immense talent and dedication of India’s Women’s Hockey team, positioning them as one of the top teams in the region. Their achievement is a testament to their hard work and serves as an inspiration to young aspiring hockey players across the nation.
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