FIH Pro Hockey League 2024/25: Indian Women’s Team Starts The Season With A Thrilling Win
The Indian Women’s Hockey team started the 2024/25 FIH Pro Hockey League season with a thrilling win over England played at Kalinga Stadium, Bhuvneshwar on 15 th February. The first quarter began with the Indian women’s team putting pressure on the England defense. After an initial struggle, Savita Punia produced a superb save. India earned their first penalty corner of the match which was converted from a deflection by Vaishnavi in the 6th minute to give the hosts a 1-0 lead. The England team decided to review the decision, but the goal stood. Bourne scored a superb deflection goal in the 12 th minute as England equaled the score at 1-1. Savita Punia showed her class with another lovely save. At the end of the first quarter, the scoreline ended at 1-1. The England team began the second quarter on a positive note with aggressive moves, but the Indian defense remained solid. Both teams had chances to convert, but the defense looked cautious not allowing scoring goals. India ...