Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024: Winner, Results, and Match Scores

The 2024 Women's Asian Champions Trophy, organised by the Asian Hockey Federation, is currently taking place in Rajgir, India, from November 11 to 20, 2024. This marks the tournament's 8th edition, featuring Asia's top six women's national teams.

India, the reigning champions, is hosting the tournament for the second consecutive time. The participating teams include strong contenders such as Japan, South Korea, China, Malaysia, Thailand, and the host nation, India. 

As of now, the Indian women's hockey team has reached the finals after defeating Japan 2-0 in the semifinals. Led by newly appointed captain Salima Tete, India will face China in the championship match scheduled for tomorrow.

This final is particularly significant as it is the first international hockey event held in Bihar. The excitement builds as India aims to defend their title against a formidable Chinese team that previously overcame Malaysia 3-1 in their semifinal matchup.

Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024: Full Schedule

The Women’s Asian Champions Trophy is set to showcase thrilling matches featuring top teams from across Asia. Below is the schedule of matches during this tournament.

Source: International Hockey Federation

Women Asian Champions Trophy: Teams & Members

• China: CHEN Jiali, FAN Yunxia (Captain), HAO Guoting, HUANG Haiyan, LI Jingyi, LIU Chencheng, LIU Tangjie, MA Xiaoyan, MA Xuejiao, TAN Jinzhuang, WU Surong (Goal Keeper), XU Wenjuan, XU Yanan, YU Anhui (Captain), ZENG Xueling, ZHANG Dian, and ZHENG Jiali

SONG Shuang (Manager), HUANG Yongsheng (Head Coach), LIU Pan (Assistant Coach), YU Yang (Assistant Coach), LUO Juan (Physiotherapist), and CHUE Jiachuan (Trainer)

• India: CHAUDHARY Ishika, CHAUHAN Manisha, Deepika, DEVI Sharmila, DUBEY Preeti, Dung Dung Beauty, Jyoti, KAUR Baljeet, KAUR Navneet, Khan Mumtaz, KHARIBAM Bichu Devi (Goal Keeper), KUMARI Sangita, Lalremsiami, Neha, PHALKE Vaishnavi Vitthal, Pukhrambam Sushila Chanu, Savita (Goal Keeper), Sunelita Toppo, TETE Salima (Captain), and Udita 

BILLAVA SURESH Ankitha (Manager), SINGH Harendra (Head Coach), D'SOUZA Adrian (Assistant Coach), LUCAS Artur (Assistant Coach), SMOLENAARS Dave (Assistant Coach), DARNE Rakhi Vinay (Physiotherapist), Sirohi Priya (Physiotherapist), ELIAS Edison (Trainer), and FRANCIS Pushpavathy (Trainer)

• Japan: FUKUNAGA Mai, HASEGAWA Miyu, HORIKAWA Mayuri, IWASAKI Saya, KAWAGUCHI Haruka, KAWAI Junon, KOBAYAKAWA Shiho, KUDO Yu (Goal Keeper), MATSUNAMI Mei, MIKAMI Maiko, MORITA Mizuki (Goal Keeper), MURAYAMA Hiroka, NAGATA Saho, OSHIMA Natsumi, SAITO Hanami, TAMURA Ayana, TANAKA Saki (Captain), and UENO Maho

YAEGAKI Masanori (Physiotherapist), FUJIMOTO Ippei (Manager), NAGAI Yuji (Manager), and OZAWA Kazuyuki (Head Coach)

• Korea: AN Sujin, CHEON Eunbi (Captain), CHOI Sara, GWON Jugyeong, HONG Huigyeong, JIN Suyeon, JUNG Sunghee, KIM Eunji (Goal Keeper), KIM Jeongihn, KIM Minjeong, KIM Seona, LEE Gaeun, LEE Seoyeon (Goal Keeper), LEE Yujin, LEE Yuri, PARK Mihyang, PARK Mirim, PARK Seoyeon, PARK Seungae, PARK Yeongeun, and SEO Dahye

KIM Sungyoun (Manager), KIM Juyoung (Manager), KIM Yoon (Head Coach), LIM Jung Woo (Assistant Coach), and JANG Hyeyeon (Physiotherapist)

• Malaysia: ABANG Dayang, AZHAIRY Azmyra, AZHAR Nur, AZMAN Nurul, BAHARUDIN Anith Humaira, CHE Nur Aqilrullah, DIN Juliani (Captain), EFFARIZAL Insyirah, HARTOMO Zawiatul, JAMES Thibatharshini, MOHAMMED Nur, MOHD Khairunnisa, MOHD Nur, MOHD Siti, MUHAMAD Zati, NASIR Siti (Goal Keeper), RAMLEE Fitrinur (Goal Keeper), SHAIKH Siti, SYAFI Nurmaizatul, SYAMSUL Nurathirah, YUSSAINI Nur, and ZAINAL Nur (Goal Keeper) 

Hasan Lailin (manager), Mohammad Rogayah (manager), Ibrahim Nasihin (head coach), Othman Siti (assistant coach), and Renan Iffah (physiotherapist)

• Thailand: AUNJAI Natthakarn, INPA Kunjira, JIRAPITISATJA Trinetr, KAKKAEO Sawita, KHAMNON Thanaphon, KHONGWICHIEN Theppawan, KIJPAKDEE Jenjira, KOMOLWIT Arucha, KONTHONG Suwapat, NOO-KEAW Sudarat, PASAWAT Songkran, PHOPOOL Parichart, PIRESRAM Anongnat (Captain), SAETAN Watsana (Goal Keeper), SAMANSO Supansa, SUMPHOWTHONG Atittaya, WISUTTIPRAPA Kawintida, and YIMKRAJANG Siraya (Goal Keeper) 

CHEYSOMBATTI Chanapat (Manager), CHOTITAMARATH Phirath (Manager), BAE Young Wook (Head Coach), and DUANGKANJANA Sutthipong (Physiotherapist)

Women's Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024: Hockey Points Table and Standings

The table below highlights the number of matches played, wins, draws, losses, goals for (GF), goals against (GA), goal difference (GD), and total points for each team.

P: Matches Played; W: Wins; D: Draws; L: Losses; ScF: Goals Scored (For); ScA: Goals Against; PDiff: Goal Difference (Goals Scored - Goals Against); Pt: Points (usually 3 for a win, 1 for a draw, and 0 for a loss); Res: Result (W = Win, D = Draw, L = Loss)

Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024: Stats

GS: Goals Scored; GC: Goals Conceded; FGS: First Goals Scored; PCS: Penalty Kicks Scored; PSS: Penalty Kicks Saved 

Asian Champions Trophy 2024: India emerges as the Winner for Women's Asian Champions Trophy

The Indian women's hockey team has once again proven their dominance by clinching the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024, marking their third title victory in the prestigious tournament. Their journey to the championship was nothing short of exceptional, showcasing strength, determination, and unmatched skill.

India topped the group stage with a perfect record, including a commanding 4-0 win over Malaysia, an astounding 13-0 triumph against Thailand, and a decisive 3-0 victory over China. The group-stage win against China highlighted India’s tactical brilliance and set the tone for their knockout phase.

Source: ANI

In the semifinals, held on November 19, 2024, India faced a resilient Japanese team. Despite Japan’s defensive strategy, India broke through in the final quarter, securing a 2-0 victory with goals from Navneet Kaur and Lalremsiami.

In the final showdown, India once again met China, who were determined to avenge their group-stage loss. However, India’s defence held firm, and their persistence paid off with a crucial 1-0 victory, securing the championship.

This historic win not only extends India’s unbeaten streak but also solidifies their position as a powerhouse in Asian women’s hockey, celebrating yet another remarkable milestone in their journey.

Conclusion

The 2024 Women's Asian Champions Trophy, held in Rajgir, India, has concluded with a spectacular triumph for the Indian women's hockey team, who claimed their third title in the tournament’s history.

This edition, running from November 11 to 20, featured intense competition among Asia's top women’s teams and was a thrilling showcase of skill and determination.

India's campaign was marked by a perfect record in the league stage. They showcased their dominance with a commanding 3-0 victory against China on November 17, where goals by Sangita Kumari, captain Salima Tete, and Deepika secured the top spot in the standings with 15 points.

This was followed by another stellar performance on November 18, as India defeated Japan 3-0, with Navneet Kaur opening the scoring and Deepika converting two penalty corners, bringing her tournament tally to 10 goals.

In the semi-finals on November 19, India once again faced Japan, securing a decisive 2-0 victory, with goals from Navneet Kaur and Lalremsiami, to advance to the final.

The championship match on November 20 saw India take on China in a closely contested battle. India’s persistence paid off as they clinched a narrow but well-earned 1-0 victory, defending their title and extending their unbeaten streak.

This eighth edition of the tournament, hosted for the first time in Bihar, was a historic moment for the sport, with Rajgir providing an electrifying atmosphere throughout. India’s victory not only cements their position as a dominant force in Asian women’s hockey but also marks another proud chapter in their journey.

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