Kho Kho World Cup: Indian Women Dominate Iran to Reach Quarterfinals
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Synopsis
The Indian women's Kho Kho team has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Kho Kho World Cup after a convincing 84-point victory over Iran. Following a historic win against South Korea, the Women in Blue showcased their dominance at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, solidifying their status as strong contenders in the tournament.
Key Takeaways
- India's women's team defeated Iran by 84 points.
- They scored 100-16 in the match.
- Ashwini and Meenu were key players in the victory.
- Team India demonstrated their championship potential.
- They previously defeated South Korea with a score of 175-18.
New Delhi, Jan 15 (NationPress) Following their remarkable 157-point victory over South Korea, the Indian women's Kho Kho team has firmly established their presence in the quarterfinals by decisively defeating Iran by 84 points in the women's category of the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Wednesday.
The Women in Blue, showcasing their status as tournament favorites, dominated the match from the very beginning, finishing with a score of 100-16 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Wednesday night.
As the match commenced, India's signature aggressive approach was evident as they eliminated Iran's first batch within just 33 seconds. Ashwini led the charge, while Meenu continued her exceptional form by scoring multiple touchpoints, contributing to India's impressive 50 points in Turn 1. The relentless attack persisted through all four Turns, highlighted by an outstanding 6-minute-8-second Dream Run in Turn 3, which essentially sealed the match.
Under the strategic guidance of Wazir Nirmala and with significant contributions from skipper Priyanka Ingle, Nirmala Bhati, and Nasreen, Team India proved their championship status with yet another dominant win, positioning themselves as the team to beat in the tournament.
Chaithra B, Meeru, and skipper Priyanka Ingle set the pace for Team India with consecutive Dream Runs, with the first two batches each securing a point as the Indian women's Kho Kho team executed a tactical masterclass against South Korea, achieving a resounding 175-18 victory.
During their opening match of the tournament, the Women in Blue displayed their skill through exceptional Dream Runs and impressive defensive techniques that left their rivals struggling at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Tuesday night.
The initial strategy set by Chaithra B, Meeru, and skipper Priyanka Ingle involved consecutive Dream Runs, with the first two batches each earning a point. This clever opening effectively mitigated the 10 touchpoints that South Korea managed to score by the end of the first Turn. With the momentum on their side, the Indian team launched a vigorous offensive that culminated in a substantial victory.
MATCH AWARDS
Best Attacker of the match: Mobina
Best Defender of the match: Meenu
Best Player of the match: Priyanka Ingle.
