Champai Soren hails women’s hockey team for trophy

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Champai Soren hails women’s hockey team for trophy

Saturday, 23 November 2024 | PNS | Ranchi

Champai Soren has congratulated the Indian women's hockey team for winning the Asian Champions Trophy under the leadership of Jharkhand's daughter Salima Tete. Releasing a post on social media X, he said that every Indian is proud of you. Educate your daughters. Give them the opportunity to progress in education, sports and the field of their choice. One day they will bring glory to the family, society and country all over the world.

Indian Women's Hockey Team vs China Women's Hockey Team A great match was played in the final of the Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024. The Indian women's hockey team won the Bihar Women's Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024 title with a 1-0 win over China in the final at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium on Wednesday. There was a fierce competition between the two teams in the first half of the game, but in the second half India dominated and Deepika's goal helped India defend the Asian Champions Trophy title.

Hockey India has announced a reward of Rs 3 lakh for all the players and Rs 1.5 lakh for all the support staff after the Indian women's hockey team's spectacular victory at the Bihar Women's Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024. Making the occasion even more special, the Asian Hockey Federation has announced rewards for podium finishers for the first time in the history of the competition. India will receive US $ 10,000, while China and Japan will be given US $ 7,000 and US $ 5,000 respectively. The team was captained by Salima Tete.

The Bihar Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 concluded on a triumphant note for the hosts in the historic city of Rajgir, with India claiming the gold medal in a nail-biting final against China. The tournament was a resounding success, drawing immense support from fans and setting a new benchmark for women’s hockey in the region.

In a fiercely contested final, India edged out China 1-0 in a thrilling match. The home team demonstrated exceptional skill and determination, with Deepika leading the charge. 

China took home the silver medal after showcasing impressive teamwork and resilience throughout the tournament. Japan claimed the bronze medal after defeating Malaysia 4-1 in a commanding display of skill and teamwork during the third-place match.

For the first time in the tournament's history, the Asian Hockey Federation introduced prize money for the top three teams, marking a significant milestone in promoting women's hockey.

The Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Hockey at the Rajgir International Stadium, situated amidst the ambitious Rajgir Sports Complex and the Bihar Sports University campus, has created quite the stir in this small town in India’s hinterland. 

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