Day 5 Highlights: Punjab, Jharkhand, UP, MP, Bengal, and Arunachal Shine in Sub Junior Men National Championship
Synopsis
On Day 5 of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship, teams from Punjab, Jharkhand, UP, MP, Bengal, and Arunachal secured impressive victories. Notable performances included Uttar Pradesh's astonishing 17-1 win over Manipur.
Key Takeaways
Uttar Pradesh Hockey scored an impressive 17-1 victory over Manipur Hockey.
Punjab, Jharkhand, MP, Bengal, and Arunachal all secured wins on Day 5.
Shahrukh Ali's 11 goals highlight his exceptional performance.
Hockey Bengal achieved an 18-0 win against Hockey Gujarat.
The championship showcases the rising talent in Indian hockey.
Rajgir, April 5 (NationPress) On the opening day of the Division A matches at the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026, teams from Hockey Punjab, Uttar Pradesh Hockey, Hockey Madhya Pradesh, and Hockey Jharkhand celebrated their victories.
In Division B, Hockey Bengal and Hockey Arunachal also recorded wins at the Rajgir Sports Complex on Sunday.
In Pool A of Division A, Hockey Punjab triumphed over Hockey Maharashtra with a score of 2-0, thanks to goals from Sangat Singh (10’) and Akash Deep (53’).
In Pool C, Uttar Pradesh Hockey achieved a remarkable victory, defeating Manipur Hockey 17-1. The standout player, Shahrukh Ali, netted 11 goals (5’, 22’, 23’, 24’, 29’, 33’, 35’, 36’, 49’, 49’, 59’), while Nitish Yadav contributed with two goals (3’, 18’). Kushwaha Ketan (6’) and Karan Dhanak (17’) also scored. Manipur Hockey managed a lone goal by Maibam Manimatum (14’).
In Pool D, Hockey Madhya Pradesh triumphed against Hockey Kerala with a score of 10-1. Raiyan Ul Haq scored a hat-trick (5’, 34’, 36’), while other contributors included Gazee Khan (49’, 55’), Ansh Bahutra (15’), Ayush Singh Lodhi (25’), Karan Gautam (37’), Deepak Singh (45’), and Devraj Prajapat (52’).
In Pool B, Hockey Jharkhand secured a 1-0 victory over Dadra & Nagar Haveli And Daman & Diu Hockey, with the match's only goal coming from Ashish Tani Purti (22’).
In Pool A of Division B, Hockey Bengal delivered an astounding performance, defeating Hockey Gujarat 18-0. Munna Kumar Singh was a key player, scoring six goals (5’, 27’, 37’, 49’, 50’, 55’). Sujal Turi (28’, 32’, 42’) and Sujal Balmiki (57’, 59’, 60’) also achieved hat-tricks, while Risav Ray (17’, 24’) and Ratan Bind (24’, 29’) added braces. Captain Riju Bar (28’) and Abhishek Thakur (47’) also contributed to the scoreline.
In Pool B of the same division, Hockey Arunachal edged out Chhattisgarh Hockey 5-3. Goals for Arunachal were scored by Rajbhar Shubham (25’, 33’, 38’), Ashwani Patel (15’), and Mohit Yadav (49’), while Om Kumar Yadav (27’, 40’) and Gopal Paikra (55’) scored for Chhattisgarh.
Point of View
I find the performances at the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship to be indicative of the growing talent in Indian hockey. The victories by teams such as Punjab and Uttar Pradesh set a promising tone for the future of the sport in the nation.
NationPress
20 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What teams competed on Day 5 of the championship?
Teams from Punjab, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bengal, and Arunachal competed on Day 5 of the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship.
What was the score of the Uttar Pradesh vs. Manipur match?
Uttar Pradesh Hockey defeated Manipur Hockey with an astonishing score of 17-1.
Who scored the most goals in the championship on Day 5?
Shahrukh Ali from Uttar Pradesh Hockey scored 11 goals in the match against Manipur.
Where is the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship being held?
The championship is being held at the Rajgir Sports Complex.
Which team had the largest victory margin on Day 5?
Hockey Bengal achieved the largest victory margin, winning 18-0 against Hockey Gujarat.
