India aims to make it to the semi-finals of the Women’s Junior Asia Cup

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New Delhi | The Indian junior women’s hockey team made a thrilling start to their campaign at the Women’s Junior Asia Cup 2023 in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, winning the first two matches and coming from behind in the third match. Thrilling draw played.

After registering an impressive 22–0 win over Uzbekistan in their opening match, India registered a 2–1 win over Malaysia and a comeback draw against Korea with a 2–2 draw.

Now on Thursday, the Indian junior women’s hockey team will take on Chinese Taipei to seal a place in the semi-finals. Notably, India currently top the Pool A table with seven points from three matches and a win in their last group-stage game against Chinese Taipei would propel them to the last-four stage of the tournament.

Ahead of the crucial tie, Indian junior women’s hockey team captain Preeti said, “The tournament has been good for us so far as we haven’t lost a single match so far. The matches against Malaysia and Korea were close matches, but this has given us Gave us a chance. We have a chance to prove our ability as we have come from behind in the last two games.”

He added, “We remain steadfastly focused on our plans and objectives, ensuring that we can stand firm against any opposition we may face. Despite the challenges we face, we will continue to give our best and continue our efforts.” Committed to staying committed to the strategies.”

Going by their recent form, India should not face much trouble in defeating Chinese Taipei, who have won only one of the three matches they have played in the tournament so far and are fourth in Pool A with just three points. .

The Indian junior women’s hockey team will play their fourth and last Pool A match against Chinese Taipei on June 8.

–IANS

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