JOHOR: The Indian junior men's hockey team started its campaign in the 10th Sultan of Johor Cup, defeating Malaysia 5-2 in its opening game on Saturday.
Amandeep (6'), Araijeet Singh Hundal (10'), Boby Singh Dhami (20'), Sudeep Chirmako (26'), and Sharda Nand Tiwari (56') scored for India in the match. Malaysia's goals were scored by Shahmie Irfan Suhaimi (13') and Muhammad Mamat (52').
India showed intent right away in the match, with captain Uttam Singh pressing deep inside the circle in the first minute. Malaysia, on the other hand, maintained a strong defensive line and averted the threat. A few minutes later, Amandeep hit a reverse hit into the net to give India the lead.
Araijeet Singh Hundal deflected the ball into the net from a penalty corner attempt, giving India a 2-0 lead. Malaysia's Shahmie Irfan Suhaimi pulled one back with a couple of minutes left in the first quarter.
Boby Singh Dhami extended India's lead by tricking his way past the Malaysian defence and then hitting a reverse hit into the net. Sudeep Chirmako scored India's fourth goal from a counter-attack just before halftime.
Sharda Nand Tiwari scored from a penalty corner as India won the match 5-2. IANS
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