Thrilling Matches Mark Day 5 of Hockey India Junior Men's Championship

Day 5 of the 15th Hockey India Junior Men's National Championship witnessed intense matches with Chandigarh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Delhi securing Division 'B' wins. Karnataka, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Punjab triumphed in Division 'A'. Captains led teams with standout performances, culminating in Punjab’s dramatic victory over Tamil Nadu.

The 15th Hockey India Junior Men's National Championship's Day 5 was packed with thrilling encounters as Division 'B' saw Chandigarh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Delhi emerge victorious. Division 'A' witnessed commanding wins from Karnataka, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Punjab, with many captains turning in match-winning performances.

Chandigarh triumphed over Himachal 5-3, thanks to Gurjeet Singh's four-goal showcase. Jammu & Kashmir narrowly edged out Arunachal 5-4 with all goals courtesy of captain Rajveer Singh. Delhi had a smoother ride against Uttarakhand, securing a 3-0 victory, led by Bhanu and Yuvraj Singh's scoring prowess.

In Division 'A', Hockey Karnataka overwhelmed Andhra Pradesh 10-1, with multiple players contributing. Haryana delivered a solid 3-0 performance against Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. Uttar Pradesh decimated Maharashtra 9-2, showcasing a balanced team effort. The day concluded with Punjab overpowering Tamil Nadu 8-4, demonstrating a powerful final quarter.

(With inputs from agencies.)