Thrilling Finale: Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team Edged Out by Canberra Chill
In a nail-biting finish to their Australia tour, the Indian junior women's hockey team narrowly lost 4-5 to Canberra Chill. Despite a strong fightback with goals from Sukhveer, Kanika, Sunelita, and Ishika, India's efforts fell short. Their previous encounter had seen India win 3-1 against the same opponent.
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The Indian junior women's hockey team experienced a close defeat in their final match of the Australia Tour, falling 4-5 to Canberra Chill at Canberra's National Hockey Centre. The Indian side demonstrated resilience with goals from Sukhveer Kaur, Kanika Siwach, Sunelita Toppo, and Ishika.
The match began with India taking an early lead through a penalty corner executed by Sukhveer Kaur in the 6th minute. However, Canberra Chill's Canhess Lauren Yee quickly responded with goals in the 12th and 19th minutes. Canberra extended their lead with contributions from Canhess Josie Lawton and Hunter Baldwin before Amukawton clinched the decisive fifth goal.
Despite a strong resurgence in the latter stages of the game, including penalty corner conversions by Kanika Siwach, Sunelita Toppo, and Ishika, India could not equalize before the final whistle. This result contrasted with their previous victory over Canberra Chill, where India triumphed 3-1, highlighting a competitive series.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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