Hangzhou, Sept. 13 -- The Indian Women's Hockey Team showcased resilience and attacking intent as they drew 1-1 against Japan in their Super4s match at the Women's Asia Cup 2025, keeping their hopes alive for a place in the final.
India took the lead early in the contest through Beauty Dung Dung in the 7th minute. The goal came from a quick combination on the right flank as Neha's initial effort was deflected by Dung Dung past Japan's goalkeeper.
The early strike gave India momentum, and they continued to press Japan's defence throughout the first quarter.
Ishika Chaudhary tested the Japanese goalkeeper soon after, hitting the frame of the goal in one of India's first threatening moves. India earned the game's opening penalty corner befo...