Thrilling Victories Propel Jharkhand, Maharashtra, and Mizoram to Hockey Semifinals

Jharkhand, Maharashtra, and Mizoram reached the semifinals of the Hockey India Senior Women National Championship with decisive victories. Jharkhand triumphed over Madhya Pradesh 3-1, Maharashtra crushed Karnataka 5-0, and Mizoram narrowly edged out Bengal 1-0. Key players included Albela Rani Toppo, Akansha Singh, and Deepika.

The Hockey India Senior Women National Championship saw thrilling quarter-final action as Jharkhand, Maharashtra, and Mizoram emerged victorious to secure their spots in the semifinals.

Jharkhand secured a 3-1 win over Madhya Pradesh, thanks to goals from captain Albela Rani Toppo, Rajni Kerketta, and Pramodni Lakra. Meanwhile, Maharashtra dominated Karnataka with a 5-0 victory, led by Akansha Singh's brace and contributions from Priyanka Wankhede, Kajal Sadashiv Atpadkar, and Yogita Bora.

In a closely fought contest, Mizoram defeated Bengal 1-0, with Deepika's lone strike in the 50th minute proving decisive.