Thrilling Wins Propel Teams in National Women's Hockey League

On Day 5 of the National Women's Hockey League, Odisha, Mizoram, Maharashtra, and Jharkhand scored impressive victories. Key players propelled their teams, reshuffling pool standings as Odisha and Mizoram rise, while Maharashtra and Jharkhand secure significant placements. The action unfolded at Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Stadium in Ranchi.

In an exhilarating display on Day 5 of the National Women's Hockey League 2024-2025, the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi bore witness to decisive victories for Odisha, Mizoram, Maharashtra, and Jharkhand. These wins shook up the pool standings, setting the stage for a thrilling tournament phase.

The Hockey Association of Odisha seized a 2-0 victory against Hockey Haryana, with standout players Prativa Kindo and Shibani Lugun scoring critical goals. This triumph moves Odisha to second place, challenging table-toppers in Pool A. Meanwhile, Hockey Mizoram outmaneuvered Hockey Madhya Pradesh 2-1, courtesy of goals from Laltlachhungi and Manglawmsang, advancing to third position.

In a goal-laden encounter, Hockey Maharashtra clinched a 4-2 win over Hockey Bengal, securing its first tournament victory. Meanwhile, Hockey Jharkhand's 8-0 dominance over Manipur Hockey was highlighted by hat-tricks from Sangita Kumari and Sweety Dungdung. With these results, new dynamics unfold within Pool A as teams jostle for top placements.

(With inputs from agencies.)