China make short work of India girls

India’s women’s hockey team suffered a 4-0 defeat against China in the Asian Games, losing their chance at a direct ticket to the Paris Olympics. The match exposed India’s shortcomings in game awareness, tactics, and execution. Despite having several penalty corners, India failed to convert them into goals, while China capitalized on their chances. India’s strikers struggled to regroup quickly and left gaps in defense, allowing China to dominate the game. Overall, India’s performance highlighted areas that require improvement for future matches.