Goals from Gurjit Kaur (7th, 9th minutes), Navjot Kaur (9th) and Lalremsiami (38th) ensured India’s entry into Sunday’s final where it will face China. India had earlier defeated an unpredictable China 4-1 in the league stage of the tournament. Against Japan, the Indians got off to a rollicking start by earning back-to-back penalty corners to put pressure on the host …
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Asia Cup hockey for women: India thrash Kazakhstan 7-1, Enters in semis
Gurjit Kaur scored three goals, while Navneet Kaur scored twice as India remained unbeaten in the tournament. Gurjit pumped in three goals (4th, 42nd and 56th minute), while Navneet Kaur scored twice (22nd and 27th minute). Deep Grace converted two penalty corners (16th and 41st minute) to ensure India remained unbeaten in the tournament. Her three goals made Gurjit the …
Read More »Indian Hockey Squad Ready for Asia Cup 2017
The Hero Men’s Asia Cup 2017 is 15 days away and the Indian Men’s Hockey Team is in their final preparations for the prestigious tournament in Dhaka where they participate as title-favourites. Hockey India on Saturday announced the 18-member Indian men’s hockey team for the Asia Cup which takes place from October 11th- 22nd in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The team will …
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