New Delhi [India], November 6 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated the Indian ladies’s hockey crew on profitable the Asian Champions Trophy 2023 beating Japan 4-0 within the closing performed at Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astroturf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, Jharkhand on Sunday.
“India’s Nari Shakti excels yet again! Congratulations to our stellar hockey team for clinching the prestigious Gold at the Asian Champions Trophy 2023! Their outstanding display of skill, unwavering passion and relentless determination has indeed filled our hearts with pride. Well done to the champions for elevating the nation’s glory on the international stage!” PM Narendra Modi posted on X (Formerly often called Twitter)Sangita Kumari (17′), Neha (46′), Lalremsiami (57′), and Vandana Katariya (60′) netted a objective every for India.
In recognition of their distinctive efficiency, marked by an undefeated streak all through the match and their title victory, Hockey India declared a reward of Rs 3.00 lakh for every member of the Indian Women’s Hockey Team and Rs 1.50 lakh for every member of the assist workers.
Earlier within the match, India started by exerting steady strain on Japan, in an effort to disconcert the reigning champions. The hosts made a promising foray towards the objective when Deepika positioned herself completely to safe an early lead, however her shot was saved by Japan’s goalkeeper Eika Nakamura.
India maintained their offensive strain, constantly penetrating the circle and testing Japan’s steadfast defence, which remained resolute, irritating India’s endeavours to interrupt the impasse. As the primary quarter concluded, the rating remained degree, and the match remained goalless.
Nevertheless, India persevered of their efforts to shatter the impasse, and their dedication bore fruit early within the second quarter, with Sangita Kumari (17′) delivering an outstanding end to place her crew within the lead. However, this setback urged Japan, prompting them to mount counterattacks and apply strain on the Indian squad. Japan even delivered a nerve-wracking second for India when Shiho Kobayakawa appeared to attain a objective, however a profitable video referral by India revealed that the ball had touched Shiho’s hand earlier than she discovered the again of the online, thus resulting in the objective being disallowed.
Furthermore, Japan earned three consecutive penalty corners, however India’s resolute defence denied any potential comeback, permitting the hosts to enter halftime with a 1-0 benefit.
With the intention of broadening their benefit, India commenced the third quarter with an intensified offensive, displaying relentless dedication. Nevertheless, Japan not solely showcased formidable defensive power to thwart the Indian onslaught but additionally seized management of possession, making an attempt to show the tide of the sport of their favour. Amidst these efforts, the Indian squad persistently probed Japan’s defensive strains at common intervals to maintain their momentum. Simultaneously, Japan intensified their offensive endeavours, but neither crew managed to breach the opposing objective within the penultimate quarter, concluding with India sustaining a 1-0 lead.
The fourth and closing quarter commenced with India securing three consecutive penalty corners, and on the third try, they lastly discovered success as Neha (46′) deftly deflected the ball into the online, extending the Indian crew’s result in 2-0, offering them with a much-needed cushion.
Nevertheless, Japan saved the Indian defenders on alert, they usually earned a penalty stroke within the final eight minutes of the match. But India’s Captain, Savita, exhibited outstanding expertise, making a vital save to protect her crew’s two-goal benefit.
Moreover, within the closing moments of the match, Lalremsiami (57′) delivered a objective through a penalty nook, whereas Vandana Katariya (60′) executed a splendid discipline objective, sealing a commendable 4-0 triumph for India. (ANI)