Indian Women's Hockey Team Advances to Semi-finals in Asian Champions Trophy

India, 20 December 2025 — The Indian women's hockey team has successfully advanced to the semi-finals of the Asian Champions Trophy, following a decisive victory against Malaysia on Thursday. The match, held in Ranchi, saw India triumph with a score of 5-0, securing their place in the next round of the tournament.
The Indian team displayed a commendable performance, with forward Lalremsiami scoring two goals, while Navneet Kaur, Vandana Katariya, and Gurjit Kaur each contributed one goal to the scoreboard. The match was critical for India as it was crucial to their chances of advancing in the competition.
India's coach, Janneke Schopman, expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, emphasizing the importance of maintaining momentum as they move forward in the tournament. The team's defense was particularly robust, preventing Malaysia from scoring throughout the match.
The Asian Champions Trophy, which features top teams from the continent, is a key event in the lead-up to the upcoming Olympic qualifiers. The Indian team is aiming to build on their strong performance to secure a favorable position in the semi-finals.
The semi-final match is scheduled to take place on Saturday, where India will face a yet-to-be-determined opponent. The outcome of this match will be pivotal in determining their path to the finals and their standing in the Asian hockey scene.