India clinched the Women’s Junior Asia Cup 2024 hockey championship on 15 December in Muscat, Oman.
In the title match, the Indian team successfully defended its title by defeating China 3–2 in the penalty shootout.
Indian goalkeeper Nidhi made three crucial saves during the penalty shootout, while Sakshi Rana, Ishika and Sunita Toppo scored for India in the shootout.
Hockey India has announced a reward of Rs 2 lakh for each player and Rs 1 lakh for each support staff for their efforts and wonderful win.
India’s Deepika Sehrawat was the top scorer of the tournament with 12 goals.
In 2023, India won its first Women’s Hockey Junior Asia Cup title by defeating Republic of Korea.
