Asian Games 2026: Deepika Sehrawat's 8-Goal Blitz Power India Women Hockey Team to 19-0 Win Over Uzbekistan
Deepika Sehrawatโs unprecedented eight-goal performance spearheaded India's women's hockey team to a dominant 19-0 victory over Uzbekistan in their Pool B opener at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 on Sunday, September 20, 2026. This commanding win, crucial for LA 2028 Olympics qualification, took place at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium.
The Indian women's hockey team kicked off their quest for glory at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 with an emphatic 19-0 victory over Uzbekistan in their Pool B opener on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium. The match saw a sensational performance from forward Deepika Sehrawat, who netted a remarkable eight goals, securing India's third-biggest win in Asian Games history.ย Who Is Suchika Tariyal? All About MMA Fighter Making Asian Games History for India.
2022 Bronze Medalist India Secure First Win
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The world number 8 Indian team, bronze medallists at the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Games, showcased their formidable attacking prowess against the 65th-ranked Uzbekistan, leaving no doubt about their intentions in this tournament, which also serves as a qualifier for the LA 2028 Olympics.
Goal Bonanza from the Start
India wasted no time asserting their dominance, taking the lead just six minutes into the game through Lalremsiami Hmarzote. Deepika Sehrawat, at 22 years old (born December 6, 2003), quickly doubled the advantage, finding space to unleash her 40th international goal a minute later. The first quarter ended with India leading 4-0, courtesy of further strikes from Ishika Chaudhary and Baljeet Kaur, who was playing her 50th international match.
Neha added to the tally in the second quarter, and a relentless Indian attack saw four more goals before halftime, with Deepika completing her hat-trick to make it 8-0.
Second Half Onslaught and Record Feat
The third quarter witnessed an even more intense offensive, as India piled on eight additional goals, doubling their lead to 16-0. Deepika Sehrawat was at the heart of this scoring spree, bagging exactly half of these goals to bring her personal tally to eight.
Her eight goals included an impressive six conversions from penalty corners, highlighting her drag-flicking expertise. Ishika Chaudhary also had a standout performance, completing a hat-trick, while Navneet Kaur and Lalthantluangi each scored twice. Sakshi Rana contributed with a goal as well.
Veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia, in her 320th international match, equalling Vandana Katariya's record as the most-capped Indian women's hockey player, had a relatively quiet day, a testament to India's control over the game. India registered an astonishing 66 circle penetrations and maintained 62 percent possession throughout the match.ย India at Asian Games 2026: Day 2 Full Schedule of Indian Athletes in Action Today on September 20.
Next Challenge
This commanding victory sets a strong precedent for India's campaign. The team will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming matches as they aim for a podium finish and a coveted spot at the LA 2028 Olympics.
The Indian women's hockey team's dominant performance against Uzbekistan demonstrates their readiness to compete at the highest level and pursue their Olympic dreams at the 20th Asian Games.
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