Ranchi, Jan. 2 -- Ranchi Royals defeated JSW Soorma Hockey Club 2-0 in their Women's Hockey India League 2025-26 encounter at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Stadium here on Friday.
Rutuja Dadaso Pisal (30') and Sakshi Rana (54') scored the two goals of the evening.
Defences were on top in the first quarter as both sides hardly made any errors or gave away good chances to their opposition. Ranchi Royals held more possession in the beginning, however, JSW Soorma Hockey Club showed great attacking intent and made 10 circle penetrations in the first 15 minutes of the contest itself.
In the 12th minute, JSW Soorma Hockey Club won the first penalty corner of the evening, but Penny Squibb's shot was stopped by the first rusher....