India kick off campaign with 7-1 victory

Sangita Kumari scored a hat-trick to help India defeat Thailand 7-1 in their opening match of the Women’s Asian Champions Trophy. This was Thailand’s first-ever goal against India in their five meetings. Coach Janneke Schopman expressed dissatisfaction with India’s performance in the first half but was pleased with their second-half domination. The victory will boost the team’s confidence as they face Malaysia next. Lalremsiami, Monika, Salima Tete, and Deepika also scored for India.