India beats China, defends Women’s Asian Champions Trophy title
The HinduThe Indian women managed to overcome the disappointment of a pedestrian semifinal performance and upped their game when it mattered most, registering a 1-0 win against China in the final to successfully defend the Asian Champions Trophy at the Rajgir Sports Complex here on Wednesday. India’s constant push resulted in four quick penalty corners in the 20th minute but India’s poor form with PCs continued, a mix of off-target shots, ineffective variations and some good saves by the Chinese goalkeeper. 🇮🇳🔥 Team India clinches the Bihar Women's Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024 title with a stellar 1-0 victory over China! Even with a wasted penalty stroke – Ting Li had no trouble saving Deepika’s feeble push after the latter had earned it, dodging past three defenders all alone – India stayed on course to victory. “In addition to this, chief coach Harendra Singh was rewarded with Rs 10 lakh, while the rest of the support staff received Rs 5 lakh each.” Top tier hockey returned to Bihar after many years and all of Indian women’s team matches were held in front of a packed house.