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Auckland- India continued its impressive run at the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26 with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Uruguay in their final pool match in Auckland on Thursday. After conceding an early goal, India showed resilience and composure to fight back, with Deepika scoring a brace while Deepika Soreng also found the net. The win ensured a top-place finish in Pool A for India with three consecutive wins over USA, Japan and Uruguay. USA joined India in the semi-finals from Pool A after the American side finished on the second spot. Chiara Appennino (13’) and Manuela Vilar (55’) scored goals for Uruguay, while Deepika (24’, 56’) and Deepika Soreng (43’) netted the goals for India. The match was also a special occasion for midfielder Neha, who celebrated her 200th senior international appearance for the Indian Women’s Hockey Team. Uruguay took the lead in the 13th minute when Chiara converted a penalty corner to put her side ahead after a closely contested opening quarter. India, however, responded strongly and drew level before halftime through their in-form drag-flicker Deepika, who successfully converted a penalty corner in the 24th minute to make it 1-1. The momentum shifted decisively in India’s favour after the break as they stepped up the intensity and created sustained pressure. Their efforts paid off in the 43rd minute when Deepika Soreng produced a fine field goal to hand India a 2-1 lead heading into the final quarter. Uruguay refused to give in and found an equaliser late in the contest through captain Manuela, who struck in the 55th minute to set up a tense finish. However, India’s response was immediate. Just a minute later, Deepika converted her second penalty corner of the evening, restoring India’s lead at 3-2, which sealed victory. India enjoyed the better share of attacking opportunities throughout the match, earning seven penalty corners compared to Uruguay’s two, and capitalised on key moments to register a comeback win. With three consecutive wins, India will head into the semi-finals brimming with confidence as they continue their pursuit of the FIH Nations Cup title and a return to the FIH Pro League. They are likely to face Chile or Korea in the semis, scheduled for June 20. --IANS bc/
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Auckland, June 18 (IANS): The Indian women's hockey team extended its unbeaten run at the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26, edging past Uruguay 3-2 in a thrilling Pool A clash on Thursday to finish at the top of the standings.
After falling behind early, India mounted an impressive comeback, thanks to a brace from Deepika and a crucial goal by Deepika Soreng. The victory marked India's third successive win in the tournament, following earlier triumphs over the USA and Japan, ensuring a perfect finish in the group stage. The USA also progressed to the semi-finals after securing second place in Pool A.
Uruguay struck first in the 13th minute when Chiara Appennino converted a penalty corner after a tightly fought opening quarter. India responded confidently before the break, with star drag-flicker Deepika finding the equaliser from a penalty corner in the 24th minute.
India dominated much of the second half, creating sustained pressure on the Uruguay defence. Their persistence paid off in the 43rd minute when Deepika Soreng scored a well-worked field goal to put India ahead 2-1 heading into the final quarter.
Uruguay captain Manuela Vilar brought her side level in the 55th minute, setting up a tense finish. However, India wasted little time in responding as Deepika converted another penalty corner just a minute later, restoring India's lead and sealing a hard-earned 3-2 victory.
India enjoyed the lion's share of attacking opportunities throughout the contest, earning seven penalty corners compared to Uruguay's two and making the most of the crucial moments.
The match also marked a memorable milestone for midfielder Neha, who celebrated her 200th senior international appearance for the Indian women's hockey team.
With three wins from three matches, India head into the semi-finals full of confidence as they continue their quest to lift the Nations Cup and secure promotion to the FIH Pro League. They are expected to face either Chile or Korea in the semi-finals on June 20.
With inputs from IANS
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