Ranchi, Jan. 7 -- SG Pipers conjured a defensive masterclass illuminated by goalkeeper Bansari Solanki's superhuman saves and unyielding backline resolve to grind out a gritty 0-0 draw against Shrachi Bengal Tigers in the regulation time on Tuesday, but suffering a 6-7 sudden-death shootout loss of a thrilling Women's HIL encounter mirroring their previous pulsating encounter that also stretched to sudden death with the Tigers prevailing, as per an HIL release.

Notably, this clash was a celebrated dead rubber for the SG Pipers, who had already secured their spot in the Women's Hero HIL 2025-26 Final well before kickoff, riding high atop the points table with a notable lead that underscores their season-long dominance. On the other hand, ...