Hockey, Women’s Junior Asia Cup: India secure thrilling 2-2 draw against Korea

The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team came from behind to record a thrilling 2-2 draw against Korea in their third game of the Women’s Junior Asia Cup 2023 in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, Japan on Tuesday. Yujin Lee (15’) and Jiyon Choi (30’) found the back of the net for Korea, while Deepika Soreng (43’) and Deepika (54’) scored a goal each, enabling India to secure a draw and maintain their position at the top of Pool A in the Women’s Junior Asia Cup 2023.

Korea swiftly settled into a passing rhythm and dominated India in the first quarter, controlling the majority of possession and repeatedly testing India’s defence. Korea won a couple of penalty corners in the first quarter but failed to capitalise; however, they were able to take the lead when Yujin Lee (15’) scored a field goal through a well-placed shot from inside the D.

With a 1-0 lead, Korea entered the second quarter with an assertive approach and played a pressing game to dominate India. However, minutes before the half-time break, India began to put pressure on Korea by counterattacking, but they were unable to find an equaliser. Meanwhile, Korea shifted gears and started playing more aggressively which helped them double...

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