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India Triumphs with 4-0 Victory Over Malaysia in Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024 Opener
Rajgir, 11th November 2024: The Indian Women’s Hockey Team started their campaign at the Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024 with a powerful 4-0 victory over Malaysia in the historic city of Rajgir. This strong start to the tournament saw Indian players Sangita Kumari, Preeti Dubey, and Udita making their mark in an intense match that showcased India’s attacking depth and defensive resilience.
India went into the game with high expectations, but the team appeared slow to find their rhythm in the early minutes. Malaysia’s Nur Mohd made the first breakthrough, charging past the Indian defense to set up a scoring opportunity. However, Indian goalkeeper Savita showcased her sharp reflexes, stepping up to thwart the Malaysian threat and prevent an early setback. Malaysia soon earned a penalty corner, but their shot drifted wide, giving India another opportunity to seize control.
Recognizing the urgency, India began to build momentum, holding possession and creating chances. They earned back-to-back penalty corners, and on the second attempt, Deepika’s shot on goal led to a close-range opportunity. Sangita Kumari was quick to react, pouncing on the loose ball to score her first goal of the match in the 8th minute. India’s lead energized the team, and they pushed forward aggressively, setting up two more chances for Preeti Dubey to extend the scoreline, though she was unable to convert. Despite another penalty corner opportunity right before the end of the quarter, the score remained 1-0.
In the second quarter, India ramped up their offensive play, pressing relentlessly into Malaysia’s circle and testing the Malaysian defense. However, they struggled to find a decisive finish, with several attempts either deflected or sent wide. As India controlled possession, Lalremsiami made a fiery run down the baseline, winning a penalty corner for India just before halftime. But once again, the opportunity slipped by as Neha’s shot missed the target. The half ended with India leading 1-0.
The third quarter followed a similar pattern, with India consistently pressing Malaysia’s defense and keeping possession. Deepika won another penalty corner for India, but Navneet Kaur’s shot was cleared by the Malaysian goalkeeper. Malaysia, hoping for a breakthrough, won a penalty corner against the run of play, but Savita was once again quick to deny them. As the quarter progressed, India’s determination paid off. Preeti Dubey capitalized on a penalty corner in the 43rd minute, skillfully deflecting Navneet’s rocket shot with her angled stick to double India’s lead. Just a minute later, another penalty corner allowed Udita to step up and slam the ball into the backboard, giving India a comfortable 3-0 advantage going into the final quarter.
India maintained their tempo in the fourth quarter, controlling the game’s pace and creating several more scoring opportunities. They won another penalty corner with ten minutes left, but Malaysian goalkeeper Siti Nasir managed to save Udita’s attempt. Despite the missed chance, India continued to apply pressure, pinning Malaysia back in their half and disrupting any attempts at a counterattack. Sangita Kumari, who had already scored earlier, delivered a final blow to Malaysia. Weaving skillfully past two defenders, she executed a powerful reverse tomahawk shot that sailed into the goal, bringing her tally to two for the day and securing a dominant 4-0 victory for India.
With this win, India secured three points, bolstering their confidence as they look ahead to their next match in the tournament. The performance highlighted India’s balanced approach, combining an aggressive offense with a disciplined defense. Goalkeeper Savita’s role in denying Malaysia’s early opportunities was crucial, while players like Sangita, Preeti, and Udita stood out for their ability to convert chances and maintain pressure.
India will face Korea in their next match on 12th November at 4:45 PM IST, where they will aim to build on their opening success and continue their quest for the title in Rajgir.
The Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024 is being telecast on Sony Sports Ten 1 and is available for live streaming on SonyLiv. Additionally, all of India’s matches will be aired on DD Sports, allowing fans nationwide to support the team on their journey.
Summary of the Match:
- India 4-0 Malaysia
- Goals:
- Sangita Kumari (8’, 55’)
- Preeti Dubey (43’)
- Udita (44’)
- Goals:
- Next Match: India vs Korea on 12th November at 4:45 PM IST.
India’s dominant start has set a strong foundation for the team as they aim to go far in the tournament. Their resilience, combined with precision on the attack, suggests that this Indian side is ready to make a mark at the Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024. Fans and supporters are hopeful that the team will carry this momentum forward, bringing more victories and pride to the nation.
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