SG Pipers Secure Narrow Victory Over Soorma Hockey Club in Women's League

In a thrilling Women's Hockey India League match, SG Pipers triumphed over Soorma Hockey Club with a narrow 1-0 victory. Captain Navneet Kaur's early goal proved crucial as the Pipers showcased strong defensive skills to maintain their lead. Despite Soorma's relentless efforts to equalize, they were unable to convert their chances, resulting in a hard-fought win for the Pipers. This victory marks their second consecutive win, keeping them at the top of the league standings. Read on for a detailed breakdown of the match highlights and key moments.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 31, 2025, 23:03 IST

Pipers Triumph with a Single Goal

In a tightly contested match on Wednesday, SG Pipers showcased a disciplined performance to narrowly defeat Soorma Hockey Club 1-0 in the Women's Hockey India League. The decisive moment came from Captain Navneet Kaur, whose early goal marked the Pipers' second consecutive win, solidifying their position at the top of the table.

Navneet Kaur's Early Strike

The Pipers started the game with a strong and purposeful approach, quickly making their mark. Just four minutes into the match, Captain Navneet Kaur intercepted a pass in her own half, embarked on a remarkable run, maneuvered past two defenders near the circle, and delivered a precise shot that found the back of the net, as reported by Hockey India.

Soorma's Attempts Fall Short

In response, Soorma Hockey Club launched several attacking plays, but the Pipers' defense held firm, effectively denying them space and clearing threats. Despite Soorma's persistent efforts, the Pipers maintained their slim lead as the first quarter concluded.

The second quarter saw Soorma intensifying their attack, earning the first penalty corner of the match, yet they failed to convert. Recognizing the shift in momentum, SG Pipers focused on ball possession, forcing Soorma to chase and absorb pressure. Another penalty corner for Soorma towards the end of the quarter was wasted due to a poor trap, leaving the score unchanged at halftime with the Pipers leading 1-0.

Strong Defensive Stand by Pipers

After the break, JSW Soorma Hockey Club came out aggressively, testing the Pipers' defense repeatedly. However, the Pipers remained steadfast, effectively absorbing the pressure throughout the third quarter.

The fourth quarter mirrored the previous one, with Soorma continuing to press and earning a third penalty corner, but once again, they could not capitalize. SG Pipers also missed opportunities, including consecutive penalty corners and a one-on-one chance for Navneet Kaur, which was expertly saved by goalkeeper Savita. Soorma's late-game efforts resulted in a fourth penalty corner, but the Pipers' defense held strong, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory and maintaining their lead in the points table with two wins from two matches.