Supriya's Hat-Trick Propels Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team Into Asia Cup Final

• by Akanksha Mishra
• 2026-09-13 12:05:00

The Indian junior women's hockey team delivered a masterclass in skill, speed, and tactical execution, storming into the final of the AHF Junior Women's Asia Cup with a resounding 5-1 victory over South Korea. Star drag-flicker Supriya led the charge with a phenomenal hat-trick, converting three precise penalty corners to break the back of the Korean defense. As defending champions, the Indian squad showcased complete dominance from the opening whistle, setting up a high-stakes title showdown against China.

Relentless Attack and Penalty Corner Mastery Secure Victory

India drew first blood in the 13th minute when Madhu Sidar struck a brilliant field goal to put the team ahead 1-0. Maintaining relentless pressure throughout the second quarter, India doubled its advantage in the 17th minute through Supriya’s first successful penalty corner conversion. Momentum continued to build when an exceptional aerial pass from the 23-meter mark found Sukhvir, who expertly converted to stretch the lead to 3-0 by the 21st minute. Although South Korea managed to pull one back through a penalty corner goal by Yuri Jeong in the 41st minute, India's defense held firm in the final quarter, sealing the victory when Supriya netted her third and the team's fifth goal in the 56th minute.

Junior Men's Team Eyes Sixth Crown as Unbeaten Run Continues

With the women's team securing their spot in the championship match, attention now turns to the junior men's squad, who are also gearing up for their own ultimate showdown against South Korea. Eyeing their historic sixth tournament title, the five-time champion Indian men's team enters the final undefeated, having previously crushed South Korea 7-3 in the group stage. Bolstered by captain Anmol Ekka's stellar tournament form—leading the goal-scoring charts with 16 goals—Indian hockey continues to shine brightly on the international stage.

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