Jharkhand Celebrates Indian Women's Hockey Team's Silver Medal at Youth Championship

The Indian women's hockey team has made headlines after clinching a silver medal at the Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship in Muscat. With five players hailing from Jharkhand, the state's hockey officials expressed immense pride and confidence in their prospects for the upcoming World Cup. Players Ashish Tani Purti and Shruti Kumari shared their excitement and determination to excel further, highlighting the team's strong support for one another. As they prepare for the World Cup, the team aims to convert their silver medal success into gold. Read on to discover more about their journey and aspirations.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 27, 2026, 00:05 IST

Praise for the Indian Women's Hockey Team

Bijay Shankar Singh, the General Secretary of Hockey Jharkhand, commended the Indian women's hockey team for their impressive silver medal achievement at the Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship held in Muscat. He emphasized the significant role of five players from Jharkhand in the team, expressing optimism about their performance in the upcoming World Cup. Singh stated, "It is a matter of great pride for Hockey Jharkhand that five out of ten players are daughters of Jharkhand. Our daughters will compete in this World Cup, and I am confident they will excel. On behalf of our President, Bholanath, I extend my congratulations to these players, who will each receive Rs 1 lakh from Hockey India."

Players Set Their Sights on World Cup Success

Ashish Tani Purti shared his excitement regarding the team's success, noting their eagerness for the World Cup. He remarked, "Winning a gold medal is a wonderful feeling, especially since this is my second time. It brings immense joy to win for our country. I hope we continue to receive the same support in the future, as we have now qualified for the World Cup."

Shruti Kumari, another key player, highlighted the team's unity throughout the tournament. She stated, "We performed exceptionally well, with everyone supporting each other. Bringing home the silver medal was a great achievement, and we learned valuable lessons. Although we faced China in the final match, we are determined to work harder for the World Cup and aim to secure the gold medal."

Final Match Overview

The Indian Women's Hockey Team concluded the Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship as runners-up after a 2-4 defeat against China in the final match held on Saturday in Muscat, Oman.