India Wins Bronze at 2026 Women's U18 Asia Cup with 3-0 Victory Over Korea
The Indian U18 Women's Hockey Team secured the bronze medal at the 2026 Women's U18 Asia Cup with a 3-0 win over Korea in Kakamigahara, Japan. Goals from Sandeepa Kumari (2'), captain Sweety Kujur (16'), and top scorer Nousheen Naz (33') sealed the victory. India dominated possession and maintained a disciplined defense, preserving a clean sheet. Sandeepa Kumari was named Player of the Match. This podium finish followed a narrow semifinal shootout loss to China.