After the man hockey team has defeated the rival Pakistan in the finals of Asian champions trophy, women have made the history by clinching the title for the first time in the history. They have defeated china in the final game with 2-1. The final goal comes in the 60th minute.
At the final stage both teams were on 1-1, then within the last minute of the game Deepika found rebound of the penalty corner and she hasn't wasted it. It has converted the opportunity into successful trophy win for the team. The team is in joy and being appreciated by everyone. It first-ever wins for Indian women hockey in the Asian champions trophy.
India's best finish in the Women's Asian Champions Trophy came in the last edition in 2013 when it finished runner-up to Japan. It had finished third in the inaugural edition in 2010. Having learnt from their group stage encounter, India refused to let China take early control of the ball, closing them down high up the pitch, often intercepting their passes and constantly putting pressure by hunting in packs. When in possession, the Indian eves held their nerve and passed the ball around neatly to penetrate China's circle.
For the team's triumph, Hockey India also announced a cash prize of Rs 2 lakh each for the players and chief coach Neil Hawgood. Besides this, the federation also announced Rs 1 lakh for the other support staff of the team. A cash award for Rs 1 lakh was announced for Deepika, the highest Scorer of the tournament.
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