Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], October 23 (ANI): There was palpable pleasure amongst hockey followers in Ranchi on Monday because the South Korea Women’s Hockey Team touched down on the Birsa Munda Airport.
The workforce acquired a heat reception, setting the stage for an electrifying begin to the Jharkhand Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi 2023. The workforce’s arrival was marked by a welcome ceremony on the airport, the place native dignitaries, followers, and organizers greeted them with conventional music and dance performances.
The eagerly awaited Jharkhand Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi 2023 is about to be performed on the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh AstroTurf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi from October 27 to November 5. The event guarantees intense battles as six groups – India, Thailand, Korea, China, Malaysia, and Japan will lock horns with one another, a Hockey India launch mentioned.
Korea, probably the most profitable workforce within the historical past of the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy, has set its sights on extending its domination within the competitors and rewriting historical past. With a formidable observe report that features three championship victories in 2010, 2011, and 2018, in addition to a runner-up end in 2021, they’re one of many strongest title contenders within the event.
Korea might be driving excessive on confidence as they not too long ago gained a silver medal on the nineteenth Asian Games, Hangzhou 2022.
The Korean Team will kick off their Jharkhand Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi marketing campaign with a conflict in opposition to China on October 27. Interestingly, the 2 groups final met within the Final of the nineteenth Asian Games Hangzhou 2022, the place China emerged victorious 2-0.
“Our team has worked tirelessly to prepare for this event, and we are ready to give our all on the field. We are aware of our rich history in this competition, and we are fully committed to upholding our legacy of excellence. There’s no pressure on us and we will focus on enjoying our game and giving our best,” mentioned Korea’s Assistant Coach Keonwook Kang upon his arrival in Ranchi.
“We are delighted to see such a warm reception in Ranchi as so many fans have come to the airport to welcome us. So, we are hopeful of seeing fans turning out in large numbers in the stadium as well to watch us play as it will not only motivate the participating teams, but it’s excellent for the game of hockey as well. Also, this tournament is of great significance, and we are well aware of the expectations. We respect our opponents, especially the Indian team, which is very strong and fast, but we are prepared to face the challenges head-on and strive for victory,” he added. (ANI)