Hockey Chandigarh and Hockey Uttarakhand Battle to 1-1 Draw at 2nd Sub Junior North Zone Championship

On the sixth day of the 2nd Hockey India Sub Junior Men North Zone Championship 2024, Hockey Chandigarh and Hockey Uttarakhand played to a 1-1 draw at Major Dhyan Chand Hockey Stadium, Jhansi. Highlights included a goal from Anmolpreet Singh and a penalty corner conversion by Nitin Bohra.

The sixth day of the 2nd Hockey India Sub Junior Men North Zone Championship 2024 witnessed an exciting 1-1 draw between Hockey Chandigarh and Hockey Uttarakhand in the Men's category at Major Dhyan Chand Hockey Stadium, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.

Both teams launched strong offensive drives at the outset, with Hockey Chandigarh aggressively seeking an early lead. Despite the fervent efforts, the score remained 0-0 by the end of the first quarter, courtesy of robust defensive plays from both sides.

Hockey Chandigarh maintained their momentum in the second quarter, leading to Anmolpreet Singh's impressive field goal in the 16th minute, which put them ahead 1-0 at halftime. Hockey Uttarakhand responded with vigor in the third quarter, quickly earning a penalty corner and equalizing via Nitin Bohra in the 36th minute, tying the score at 1-1.

The final quarter saw both teams increasing their offensive intensity, yet steadfast defenses ensured the match concluded in a thrilling 1-1 draw. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)