Asian Games 2023: Indian Women’s Hockey Team aims to book semis berth
Monday, 2 October 2023 (16:26 IST)
Hangzhou: In their last Pool A encounter at the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou 2023, the Indian Women's Hockey Team is all set to take on Hong Kong China on Tuesday.
After a stellar start to the tournament, India is looking to maintain their momentum, while Hong Kong China are seeking their first victory.
India's journey in this tournament has been nothing short of impressive. They began their campaign with a resounding 13-0 triumph over Singapore, followed by a convincing 6-0 victory against Malaysia. In their third match, they played out a thrilling 1-1 draw against Korea, showcasing their resilience and skill.
On the other hand, Hong Kong China have had a challenging start, suffering defeats in all three of their previous games.
When it comes to head-to-head encounters, India holds a dominant position, having played Hong Kong China only once in the past, during the 2013 Women's Asia Cup, where India emerged victorious with a 13-0 scoreline.
As India prepares to face Hong Kong China, they are undoubtedly the favorites, backed by their exceptional form and history. However, in sports, surprises are always possible, and Hong Kong China will be eager to give it their all and seek an upset victory.
The Indian Women's Team remains focused and committed to their goal of clinching the Gold medal in this prestigious tournament. As they take on Hong Kong China, they will look to continue their winning ways and inch closer to their championship dreams.
Indian Women’s Hockey Team Captain Savita expressed her thoughts on the upcoming match and said, "Every game in this tournament is vital for us. We've had a solid start, but we can't afford to be complacent. Hong Kong China is a competitive team, and we respect every opponent we face. Our focus remains on our game, our strategies, and giving our best on the field. We're determined to secure another win for India."
Indian Women’s Hockey Team Vice Captain Deep Grace Ekka added, "While our previous victories have been encouraging, we know that every match poses unique challenges. Our draw against Korea reminded us that we must continually push ourselves to improve. As a team, we are united and motivated, and we're looking forward to the upcoming match. Our aim is to stay consistent and deliver another strong performance."
Notably, India are currently on top of the Pool A points table and victory against Hong Kong China will confirm their berth in the Semi-Finals of the competition.
Indian Women's Hockey Team will lock horns with Hong Kong China on Tuesday, October 3 at 0745 hrs IST. (UNI)
