Categories: Hockey

Haryana, Punjab reach final of Hockey India senior men’s national championship

Haryana and Punjab emerged triumphant on Monday in their respective semi-final matches to set up an exciting final in the 13th Hockey India Senior Men’s National Championship 2023 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium.

Hockey Haryana managed to beat the Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu 1-1 (4-2 SO) in a penalty shootout after the match was tied at 1-1 at the end of regulation time.

- Advertisement -

Indian Men’s Hockey Team forward, Abhishek, scored in the 41st minute to give Hockey Haryana the lead, but BP Somanna (60+) of Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu scored the equalizer for his side in the dying embers from a penalty corner, taking the game to a penalty shootout.

Indian Men’s Hockey Team defender Sanjay, Rajant, and Indian Men’s Hockey Team forward Abhishek and Joginder Singh scored in the shootout, while goalkeeper Pawan made some crucial saves to secure Hockey Haryana’s win.

- Advertisement -

Hockey Punjab defeated Hockey Karnataka by 5-1 in the second Semi-Final. Midfielder Shamsher Singh (4’) opened the account for Hockey Punjab, followed by goals from forward Sukhjeet Singh (13’), Captain Harmanpreet Singh (39’, 44’) and forward Akashdeep Singh (45’). The only goal for Hockey Karnataka was scored by Abharan Sudev B (18’).

(IANS)

SD News Desk

Recent Posts

Canadian Open 2025 Finals: Who Could Take Singles Crown Home

The Canadian Open 2025 finals are about to deliver some of the most thrilling tennis…

2 hours ago

Injury Forces Viktor Axelsen To Withdraw From BWF World Championships 2025

Viktor Axelsen,  the two-time Olympic gold medallist, has made an extremely sad announcement through his…

3 hours ago

Chennai Grand Masters 2025 Day 1: Full Results And What’s Next

The Chennai Grand Masters 2025 day 1, brought some intense classical chess battles to the…

4 hours ago

Who Are Known As “The Pensioners” In UK Football ?

Who Are Known As "The Pensioners" In UK Football ? You might be the maverick…

5 hours ago

“Poora Khol Diye Pasha”: Mohammed Siraj Reacts To Asaduddin Owaisi’s Praise

Mohammed Siraj was India’s standout performer in the gripping Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series against England. The…

5 hours ago

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson Leaves Rajasthan Royals Following Reported Rift with Rahul Dravid

 Sanju Samson Leaves Rajasthan Royals: On Thursday, August 7, Cricbuzz dropped a major update that…

6 hours ago

This website uses cookies.