Hangzhou [China], September 26 (ANI): India Hockey skipper Harmanpreet Singh has praised the group after its 16-1 victory in opposition to Singapore within the Asian Games and mentioned they wish to have a superb begin in opposition to Japan within the subsequent match and convert each alternative.
“Today’s match was very good for us, and we performed well. Our focus is on the next game which is against Japan, and we want to have a good start against them and convert every possible opportunity,” Harmanpreet mentioned, in response to Hockey India. India got here to the match excessive on confidence after defeating Uzbekistan 16-0 on Sunday.
India dominated the sport in opposition to Singapore and Harmanpreet examined Singapore’s defence together with his lengthy passes contained in the hanging circle.
Singapore tried to push deep in their very own half to forestall India from creating any extra assaults within the ultimate quarter however did not maintain the rating in examine.
Zaki Zulkarnain scored a comfort aim for Singapore from a formidable counterattack within the 53rd minute of the sport.
(ANI)