Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Punjab, and Haryana Reach Semi-Finals in Hockey Championship
In the 14th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship quarter-finals held at the Astroturf Hockey Stadium, Sports Complex, Sector 42, Chandigarh, four teams emerged victorious to secure their spots in the semi-finals.
Quarter-Final Matches
Uttar Pradesh vs. Jharkhand
Uttar Pradesh Hockey defeated Hockey Jharkhand 4-3. Ujjwal Pal (7′) gave Uttar Pradesh the lead, followed by goals from Ajay Kumar Gond (12′), Prahalad Rajbhar (32′), and Captain Ketan Kushwaha (60′). Hassa Patras (35′, 39′) and Purti Ashish Tani (13′) scored for Hockey Jharkhand.
Odisha vs. Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
The Hockey Association of Odisha triumphed over Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Hockey with a 5-0 victory. Sujit Barla (30′, 41′) and Mandeep Kerketta (45′, 59′) scored braces, while Mithles Kerketta (46′) also found the back of the net.
Punjab vs. Madhya Pradesh
Hockey Punjab defeated Hockey Madhya Pradesh 2-1. Sunny (20′, 21′) netted twice in quick succession for Punjab, while Captain Aashir Adil Khan (40′) scored the only goal for Madhya Pradesh.
Haryana vs. Chandigarh
In a closely fought contest, Hockey Haryana edged out Hockey Chandigarh 1-0. Rohit Singh (41′) broke the deadlock to secure a semi-final berth for Haryana.
Semi-Final Line-Up
Uttar Pradesh Hockey will face Hockey Punjab, while Hockey Association of Odisha will take on Hockey Haryana in the semi-finals on Wednesday.
Doubts Revealed
Uttar Pradesh -: Uttar Pradesh is a state in northern India. It is known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
Odisha -: Odisha is a state in eastern India, famous for its ancient temples and beautiful beaches.
Punjab -: Punjab is a state in northern India, known for its vibrant culture and delicious food.
Haryana -: Haryana is a state in northern India, known for its agriculture and sports achievements.
Hockey Championship -: A Hockey Championship is a sports competition where teams play against each other in the game of hockey to win the title.
14th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship -: This is the 14th edition of a national-level hockey tournament in India for young boys under a certain age.
Chandigarh -: Chandigarh is a city in northern India that serves as the capital of both Punjab and Haryana.
Hockey Jharkhand -: Hockey Jharkhand is the team representing the state of Jharkhand in hockey.
Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu -: These are two union territories in western India that have been merged into one administrative unit.
Madhya Pradesh -: Madhya Pradesh is a state in central India, known for its historical sites and natural beauty.
