Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup: Biggest Win Ever! India Crush Namibia 13–0 in Opening Match
India began their Junior Women’s Hockey World Cup 2025 campaign in stunning fashion, delivering a record-breaking 13–0 victory over Namibia on Monday. The dominant performance marked India’s biggest win in the tournament’s history, setting a strong tone for the matches ahead.
Strikers Hina Bano and Kanika Siwach led the charge with hat-tricks, while the entire Indian squad showcased sharp movement, relentless pressing, and clean finishing throughout the match.
Hina found the net in the 35th, 35th, and 45th minutes, while Kanika struck in the 12th, 30th, and 45th minutes. India’s aggressive attacking approach ensured that Namibia struggled to regain possession or build momentum.
Additional goals came from:
- Sakshi Rana (10’, 23’)
- Binima Dhan (14’)
- Sonam (14’)
- Sakshi Shukla (27’)
- Ishika (36’)
- Manisha (60’)
With the emphatic victory, India climbed straight to the top of their group standings.
A Blistering Start: Four Goals in Four Minutes
India wasted no time imposing their dominance. They scored four goals in four minutes, leaving Namibia struggling to regroup.
- Sakshi opened the scoring with a powerful reverse flick.
- Kanika doubled the lead with a strong finish.
- Binima Dhan made it 3–0 after a direct run through the midfield.
- Sonam capped the early burst with a clean strike following a smooth passing sequence.
India ended the first quarter with a convincing 4–0 lead.
Midfield Control and Tactical Precision
India continued their attacking momentum in the second quarter. Sakshi added her second goal with a firm strike after a penetrating run. Namibia made attempts to move forward but were stopped repeatedly by India’s compact midfield and structured defence.
A perfectly executed penalty-corner drag flick from Sakshi Shukla extended India’s advantage, before Kanika scored her second goal just before half-time, making it 7–0.
Hat-Tricks and High Energy in the Second Half
India returned from the break with the same intensity. Hina Bano opened her tournament account with a superb top-corner hit. She quickly added another, capitalising on a loose restart from Namibia.
Minutes later, Ishika scored India’s 10th goal from a penalty-corner rebound, before Hina completed her hat-trick through another well-timed deflection.
Kanika matched her teammate with her third goal from a penalty corner, ending the third quarter at 12–0.
Final Push Seals the Record Victory
Even with squad rotations in the final quarter, India continued to control possession and create scoring opportunities. Manisha converted a penalty corner in the 60th minute, closing out a commanding 13–0 victory.
With a flawless start, India have announced themselves as strong contenders for the title, combining sharp execution with remarkable team chemistry.
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