Senior Women’s Hockey Nationals: Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra Advance to Semifinals
In the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra emerged victorious in their quarter-finals, moving closer to the championship title. Madhya Pradesh defeated Bengal in a tense match that ended in a shootout, while Haryana, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra also secured their spots in the semi-finals with impressive wins. The semi-finals promise to be exciting as these teams vie for a spot in the final showdown.
Madhya Pradesh faced a tough challenge from Bengal in the first quarter-final, with the game ending in a 1-1 draw. Aishwarya Chavan’s goal in the final minute of the third quarter forced the match into a shootout, where Madhya Pradesh prevailed 4-3 to secure their spot in the semis. Haryana dominated their quarter-final against Odisha, winning 4-1 with a stellar performance from Deepika and Neha Goyal. Jharkhand overcame Mizoram in a closely contested match, emerging victorious with a 2-1 scoreline. Maharashtra showed resilience in their match against Manipur, winning 2-1 to advance to the semi-finals.
The quarter-final clashes at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium in Pune showcased intense competition and determination from the teams. Madhya Pradesh’s shootout victory highlighted their composure under pressure, while Haryana, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra displayed skill and strategy to secure their places in the next round. The semi-finals are set to be thrilling encounters as these teams battle it out for a chance to compete for the championship title.
Stay tuned for more updates and exciting matches as the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship reaches its final stages. Follow all the action and results as the top teams in women’s hockey in India compete for glory on the national stage.