Thrilling Finish: Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team Takes Bronze in 4 Nations Tournament
The Indian junior men's hockey team triumphed over Australia 2-1 to claim third place at the 4 Nations Tournament. Rohit equalized for India, and Ajeet Yadav secured the win with a fourth-quarter goal. Earlier, Australia led with a goal from Toby Mallon. India's spirited comeback secured their bronze medal finish.
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In a gripping conclusion to their campaign, the Indian junior men's hockey team clinched a 2-1 victory against Australia, securing third place at the 4 Nations Tournament. The match, played on Wednesday, saw India overcome a deficit after Australia's captain, Toby Mallon, opened the scoring in the second half.
After a tense first half with no goals from either team, Australia's breakthrough came in the third quarter when Mallon found the net, putting them 1-0 up in the 40th minute. However, India swiftly countered, leveling the score as Rohit converted a penalty corner five minutes later.
The momentum shifted decisively in India's favor in the final quarter. Ajeet Yadav's strike in the 52nd minute sealed the victory and third place for India. The win concluded a mixed tournament for the team, whose journey included a loss to Germany and a victory over Australia in the earlier pool stages.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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