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India defeated New Zealand 2-0 to win the International Hockey Federation Women’s Nations Cup for the second time and gain promotion to the Professional League | Hockey News
India beat New Zealand 2-0 to win the second International Hockey Federation Women’s Nations Cup
New Delhi: India defeated hosts New Zealand 2-0 in the final to win the International Hockey Federation Women’s Nations Cup title on Sunday, ending its unbeaten run. The win also ensured India’s promotion to next season’s International Hockey Federation Women’s Professional League, marking their return to elite competition.This is India’s second win after winning the inaugural Nations Cup in 2022. Navneet Kaur opened the scoring with a powerful corner kick in the 4th minute before Sunelita Toppo doubled the lead through a deflection in the 15th minute. Deepikaeffort. Although New Zealand had ample possession, India held firm at the back and never allowed the hosts a clear route back into the game.
Dominate the campaign and end with glory
The Indian team performed strongly in this World Cup, defeating the United States, Japan and Uruguay in the group stage, and defeated Chile 6-0 in the semi-finals. Deepika was the joint top scorer with six goals, sharing the honor with American Ashley Sessa, while Lalremsiami was named man of the match in the final.After taking a two-goal lead, India focused on staying in shape and defending tightly. In the final quarter, New Zealand goalkeeper Savitar made an important save at a corner kick, and the compactness and intensity of the defense frustrated the home team.To celebrate this achievement, Hockey India announced a cash incentive of Rs 3 lakh for each player and Rs 1.5 lakh for each support staff member.
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