Indian Women's Junior Hockey Team Dominates Pakistan in Quarterfinals

India Secures Semifinal Spot with a 19-0 Victory

The Indian women's junior hockey team achieved a remarkable victory against Pakistan, winning 19-0 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Women's Junior Asia Cup. The match, held in Moki, China, showcased India's dominance as they prevented Pakistan from scoring throughout the game.

A Stellar First Half

India opened the scoring in the seventh minute with a goal from Pooja Sahu. The team continued to press forward, ending the first half with an impressive 10-0 lead.

Pooja Malik's Hat-Trick Highlights the Match

Pooja Malik delivered an outstanding performance, netting a hat-trick with goals in the 27th, 49th, and 51st minutes. Additionally, players like Roshni Aind, Sanika Chandrakant Mane, Madhu Sidar, and Supriya contributed with two goals each, totaling contributions from 13 Indian players.

Defending Champions Advance to Semifinals

As the current champions, having won titles in 2023 and 2024, India’s significant win against Pakistan bolsters their hopes for a third consecutive title. In the group stage, India triumphed over South Korea, Malaysia, and Japan, while their match against China ended in a goalless draw. In the semifinals, India will face the winner of the quarterfinal match between South Korea and Malaysia.

This 19-0 victory exemplifies the Indian team's aggressive play and solid defense, establishing them as strong contenders for the championship.