The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team began its friendly Four Nations Tournament on a positive note with a 2-1 win over Chile in Rosario, Argentina, on Saturday (Sunday as per IST).
Sukhveer Kaur (39’) and Kanika Siwach (58’) were the goalscorers for India. Javeria Saenz (20’) scored the only goal for Chile.
Chile’s Javeria Saenz broke the deadlock in the 20th minute to give her side a slim lead heading into the second half. India, however, promptly replied with an equalising goal in the third quarter courtesy of Sukhveer Kaur in the 39th minute.
In the dying minutes of the match, Kanika Siwach scored the winning goal in the 58th minute to ensure India’s victory.
The team will next play against Uruguay on May 26 2025 (as per IST).
