Hockey: India draw 1-1 with Ireland
But in the second quarter, India made up for the opportunity lost when they were awarded a penalty corner for infringement by an Irish defender. Gurjit Kaur, India's drag-flicker, made no mistake in putting the ball past the Irish goalkeeper Emma Buckley in the 18th minute. India's 1-0 lead put the Irish on the back foot.
While India defended the lead well with a disciplined structure, the Irish pushed for an elusive goal. Ireland struck a field goal through Sarah Hawkshaw in the 45th minute, which levelled the score to 1-1.
While the final quarter saw both teams play at par with each other, India remained resolute in their defence. India's goalkeeper Savita made a brilliant attempt to deny Ireland a goal off a penalty corner, minutes before the final hooter ending the match in a stalemate.
On Sunday, India take on Ireland in the last match of the Spain tour.
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