Chennai, Jan. 9 -- : Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons clinched a crucial bonus point after edging past SG Pipers in a shootout, following a pulsating 4-4 draw in their Men's Hero Hockey India League encounter, with both sides producing a high-scoring and action-packed contest.

Amit Rohidas (9'), Tom Craig (18'), Paul Philipp Kaufmann (17'), and Selvaraj Kanagaraj (40') scored a goal each for the Dragons, while Tomas Domene (13', 18'), Ky Willott (38'), and Aditya Lalage (59') netted goals for the Pipers in the regulation time.

SG Pipers made a proactive start to their Men's Hero Hockey India League clash against Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons, taking early control of possession and moving the ball quickly through the midfield. Their intent resulted i...