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India Dominates Pakistan 19-0 in Women's Junior Asia Cup

Sep 10, 2026
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Sep 10, 2026 07:30
India beat Pakistan 19-0 in 2026 Women's Hockey Junior Asia Cup

## India Secures Semifinal Spot

In a commanding performance, India's junior women's hockey team defeated Pakistan 19-0 in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women's Hockey Junior Asia Cup held in Mogi, China. This victory propels India into the semifinals, maintaining their pursuit of a third consecutive title.

## Match Highlights

The Indian team, led by coach Tim White, dominated from the outset. Puja Sahoo opened the scoring in the seventh minute, setting the tone for the match. By halftime, India had already netted 10 goals, adding another nine in the final quarters.

Pooja Malik was a standout performer, achieving a hat-trick, while Roshni Aind, Sanika Chandrakant Mane, Madhu Sidar, and Supriya each scored twice. The Pakistani team struggled to counter India's relentless attack.

## Looking Ahead

India, the defending champions, have won the previous two editions of the tournament in 2023 and 2024. They now await the winner of the South Korea vs. Malaysia match to determine their semifinal opponent. With their current form, India remains a strong contender for another gold medal.

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