FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2025: Indian Team Starts With A Dominating Win

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The Indian men’s junior hockey team started the World Cup journey with a dominating win over Chile played at Major Radhakrishnan Stadium, Chennai on 28th November 2025.

Indian team began the first quarter with high intent putting consistent pressure on Chile defense but enable to convert into goals. India eventually earned a penalty corner which was well saved by Chile goalkeeper Richard Phillipe. At the end of the first quarter, the scores remained 0-0.

It was a perfect start for India in the second quarter as Rosan Kujur scored a field goal inside circle in 16th minute to give them 1-0 lead. A brilliant pass by midline and Kujur tapped during 21st minute allowing India double the lead. Dilraj Singh scored lovely goal from penalty corner in 25th minute to make it 3-0 in favor of India. It was a dominating performance by hosts as India ended first half at 3-0. India dominated first half with 18 circle penetration as compared to 2 by Chile.

Dilraj Singh scored his 2nd goal of the match slicing through Chile defense in 33rd minute to make it 4-0 for India. Ajeet Yadav produced another lovely field goal very next minute to continue India domination with 5-0 scoreline. They kept putting pressure on Chile defense and made life tough for the visitors. At the end of the third quarter, Indian team led 5-0.

The fourth and final quarter saw India continue their domination with Ekka Anmol scoring from a penalty corner in 48th minute to make it 6-0. Indian team kept looking to score goals and increase their goal difference. In the last minute, captain Rohit scored from a penalty stroke as India ended the match with a commanding 7-0 win. With this win, they moved to the top of Group B.

Switzerland defeated Oman by 4-0 in the first match of Group B. The Indian team will look to continue their domination as they will face Oman tomorrow.

Other match results

The defending Champions Germany thrashed South Africa by 4-0 in Group A fixture. Ireland edged past Canada with 4-3 thrilling win.

In Group C fixtures, Argentina began their journey with 4-1 win over Japan. New Zealand scored five goals quickly before China scored 3 goals, it was late as Kiwis won 5-3.

Indian junior Hockey team starts WC 2025 with thumping 7-0 win over Chile 


 

 

 

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