Key Points
Kajal scores brace for Haryana
Odisha's late goal falls short
Jharkhand takes 3rd place
Tournament held in Ranchi astroturf
In the much-anticipated final match for the eleven days long competition, Hockey Haryana proved to be the better one after clinching the title against the Hockey Association of Odisha with a 3-2 win, as per a Hockey India press release.
Ahalya Lakra (8') opened the count on the scoreboard for Hockey Association of Odisha but the crowned champions Hockey Haryana had different plans today. Kajal (12',22') scored a brace for her team, joined by Saavi (44') who also scored one goal for the winning side. Hockey Haryana's defence restricted the opponent from scoring after the first goal till Dipika Barwa (54') again found the gap for the Hockey Association of Odisha in the final moments of the game but fell short when the final whistle was blown. Hockey Haryana remained in the top position throughout the tournament.
"Our team Hockey Haryana has always been known for playing aggressive hockey and that was the only plan today as well. I asked the team to play freely and attacking hockey. We have played against Hockey Association of Odisha earlier also, we know how good they are converting penalty corners, our team put a good show in restricting them today and that was the game changer in today's match" said Dilbag Singh who's representing Hockey Haryana as the Head-Coach in this tournament.
In the other match for 3rd/4th position, Hockey Jharkhand edged past Hockey Madhya Pradesh as they won the game 1-0 to end their campaign with a podium finish. Sweety Dungdung (12') scored the deciding goal of the match for Hockey Jharkhand in the first quarter of the game.
Comments:
Rahul K.
What a match! Haryana's aggressive play really paid off. Kajal was on fire today 🔥
Priya M.
Odisha put up a great fight but Haryana deserved this win. Their defense was rock solid in those final minutes.
Ankit S.
I think the umpires missed a couple of fouls in the 3rd quarter that could've changed the game. Still, congrats to both teams!
Neha P.
So proud of our Jharkhand girls for securing 3rd place! Sweety's goal was perfectly executed 👏
Vikram J.
Dilbag Singh's coaching strategy worked wonders. Haryana dominated the league from start to finish!
