Exciting Openers in Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship

The Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship began with dominant performances from defending champions Petroleum Sports Promotion Board and Railway Sports Promotion Board. An upset occurred when the Steel Plant Sports Board defeated the All India Police Sports Control Board. Highlights included high-scoring games and standout individual performances.

The Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship kicked off with strong performances from defending champions Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) and Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB), who both registered commanding wins on Thursday.

The first upset of the tournament was recorded when Steel Plant Sports Board (SPSB) triumphed over a seasoned All India Police Sports Control Board team with a 2-1 victory. Abdul Qadir and Alok Kandulna scored for SPSB, while Simranjit Singh managed a lone goal for AISCP.

PSPB overwhelmed Central Secretariat 5-0 in their Pool A match, with notable goals from Talwinder Singh, Armaan Qureshi, Rosan Minz, and Shilanand Lakhra. Meanwhile, RSPB blanked Sports Authority of Gujarat - Hockey Academy with a staggering 13-0 scoreline in Pool B.

(With inputs from agencies.)