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Indian Women's Hockey Team Starts 5s World Cup Qualifier With A 7-2 Win Over Malaysia

India began their campaign in the Women's Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifier with a rousing 7-2 win against Malaysia in Oman on Friday. For India, captain Navjot Kaur (3th, 28th), Akshata Dhekale (4th), Mariana Kujur (17th), Monika Dipi Toppo (12th, 20th) and Mahima Choudhary (28th) were on target. Malaysia struck through Wan Wan (7th) and Aziz Zafirah (11th). India made an attacking start with a fast-paced set-play, scoring in the third minute through Navjot. India's lead was doubled a minute later, when Dhekale scored a field goal.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Starts 5s World Cup Qualifier With A 7-2 Win Over Malaysia

India began their campaign in the Women's Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifier with a rousing 7-2 win against Malaysia in Oman on Friday. For India, captain Navjot Kaur (3th, 28th), Akshata Dhekale (4th), Mariana Kujur (17th), Monika Dipi Toppo (12th, 20th) and Mahima Choudhary (28th) were on target. Malaysia struck through Wan Wan (7th) and Aziz Zafirah (11th). India made an attacking start with a fast-paced set-play, scoring in the third minute through Navjot. India's lead was doubled a minute later, when Dhekale scored a field goal.

Indian Women's Hockey Skipper Savita Opens Up On Playing Asian Champions Trophy At Home

Indian women's hockey team captain Savita said that playing in the Asian Champions Trophy in front of home fans in Jharkhand will be a "momentous experience" for the side because it is the fans, their energy, support and enthusiasm that inspires them to do their best. The excitement in the world of women's hockey is palpable as the upcoming Jharkhand Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi 2023 is set to unfold from October 27 to November 5, 2023.

Indian Women's Hockey Skipper Savita Opens Up On Playing Asian Champions Trophy At Home

Indian women's hockey team captain Savita said that playing in the Asian Champions Trophy in front of home fans in Jharkhand will be a "momentous experience" for the side because it is the fans, their energy, support and enthusiasm that inspires them to do their best. The excitement in the world of women's hockey is palpable as the upcoming Jharkhand Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi 2023 is set to unfold from October 27 to November 5, 2023.

India Women Beat England 6-2, Finish Third In Junior 4 Nations Tournament

The Indian junior women's hockey team on Wednesday recorded a 6-2 win against England to finish third at the 4 Nations Tournament in Dusseldorf. For India, Neelam (25th minutes), Annu (26, 43'), Sunelita Toppo (35'), Hina Bano (38') and Mumtaz Khan (40') were on target. England's goals came from Claudia Swain (16') and Charlotte Bingham (54'). In the first quarter, both teams got off to a fast start. India were attacking to take the lead, but by the end of the first quarter, the score was tied at 0-0 as both teams put up strong defensive displays. India started the second quarter on a high note. However, England took advantage of the opportunity and scored their first goal through Swain.

Women's Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifier: India To Face Malaysia In Opener

India will begin their campaign at the Women's Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifier against Malaysia in Salalah, Oman on Friday. India has been placed in the Elite Pool along with Japan, Malaysia, and Thailand. While the second, Challengers Pool, consists of Hong Kong China, Chinese Taipei, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Iran, and Oman. India will be led by Navjot Kaur, while Jyoti will be her deputy.

"Hard Work Has Paid Off Now": Minnu Mani On Her Remarkable Journey

From a home inaccessible by road to having a junction dedicated in her name, it's been an arduous yet fulfilling journey for Minnu Mani, the first Kerala woman to play for the Indian cricket team. In a special gesture, the local municipality last month named the Mysuru road junction as 'Minnu Mani Junction', the very place in the hilly town of Mananthavady from where she would commute daily, covering 42 kilometres to train at the KCA Stadium. "I practised cricket and carried out my studies in Kerala Cricket Association's Cricket Academy from ninth grade until my graduation," the Delhi Capitals cricketer said on the sidelines of their camp here.

India Women Beat England 6-2, Finish Third In Junior 4 Nations Tournament

The Indian junior women's hockey team on Wednesday recorded a 6-2 win against England to finish third at the 4 Nations Tournament in Dusseldorf. For India, Neelam (25th minutes), Annu (26, 43'), Sunelita Toppo (35'), Hina Bano (38') and Mumtaz Khan (40') were on target. England's goals came from Claudia Swain (16') and Charlotte Bingham (54'). In the first quarter, both teams got off to a fast start. India were attacking to take the lead, but by the end of the first quarter, the score was tied at 0-0 as both teams put up strong defensive displays. India started the second quarter on a high note. However, England took advantage of the opportunity and scored their first goal through Swain.

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Indian Women's Hockey Team Starts 5s World Cup Qualifier With A 7-2 Win Over Malaysia

Indian Women's Hockey Team Starts 5s World Cup Qualifier With A 7-2 Win Over Malaysia

Indian Women's Hockey Skipper Savita Opens Up On Playing Asian Champions Trophy At Home

Indian Women's Hockey Skipper Savita Opens Up On Playing Asian Champions Trophy At Home

India Women Beat England 6-2, Finish Third In Junior 4 Nations Tournament

Women's Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifier: India To Face Malaysia In Opener

"Hard Work Has Paid Off Now": Minnu Mani On Her Remarkable Journey

India Women Beat England 6-2, Finish Third In Junior 4 Nations Tournament