India named Women's Asian Champions Trophy winners Photo: X|TheHockeyIndia India named Women's Asian Champions Trophy winners Photo: X|TheHockeyIndia 
India have been crowned the winners of the women's Asian Champions Trophy after beating China 1-0 at the Rajgir Sports Complex Hockey Stadium in Bihar on Wednesday, November 20. (Match Blog | More Hockey News)
The only goal of the final came in the third-quarter after Deepika put India ahead with a back-handed strike into the far corner after a penalty corner.
Howeveralpha35 apk app, the high of the goal came falling down as minutes later, Deepika missed the penalty stroke after a stunning save from the Chinese goalkeeper.
But, India held their nerve to win consecutive titles and also their first under new coach Harendra Singh.
🏆 Champions Again! 🇮🇳🔥Team India clinches the Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024 title with a stellar 1-0 victory over China! 🎉💪 The defending champions have shown their grit, skill, and determination, proving once again why they are on top of Asia.Another… pic.twitter.com/RkCxRI2Pr2
— Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) November 20, 2024China, however, tried their absolute best, but were not good enough to penetrate the Indian defence as the hosts held firm for almost all four quarters.
Without their head coach Alyson Annan, they showcased a lot of heart, but had to settle for the silver medal in Bihar.
However, it was a much needed win for the Indian women’s hockey team after a the Olympic qualifiers heartache earlier on in the year, and Harendra Singh has taught them to embrace failure and look ahead and trust the process.