Day 6 Highlights: Chandigarh, Karnataka, Mizoram, and More Shine at Sub-jr Women's National Hockey Championship
Synopsis
Day 6 of the 16th Hockey India Sub-junior Women's National Championship 2026 saw impressive victories from teams across the board. Both Division 'A' and 'B' matches highlighted the competitive spirit and skill of the young athletes in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
Key Takeaways
Chandigarh and Karnataka displayed outstanding performances.
Mizoram secured a crucial win in Division 'A'.
Hat-trick by Annu was a highlight of the day.
Jharkhand dominated their match against Maharashtra.
Competitive spirit was evident across all matches.
Ranchi, April 6 (NationPress) On the sixth day of the 16th Hockey India Sub-junior Women's National Championship 2026 held in Ranchi, Jharkhand, teams from Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Chandigarh, and Karnataka emerged victorious in Division 'B'. Meanwhile, Mizoram, Haryana, Odisha, and Jharkhand claimed wins in Division 'A'.
In the opening match, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Hockey triumphed over the Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu with a score of 1-0 in their Pool A, Division 'B' encounter. Anushka Gupta netted the decisive goal in the 41st minute during the third quarter.
Next, Hockey Chandigarh secured a convincing 4-1 victory against Hockey Himachal in their Pool B Division 'B' clash. Annu showcased her skills with a hat-trick, scoring in the 7th, 14th, and 52nd minutes, while Rani Radha added another goal at the 42nd minute. Khushvinder Gill scored the only goal for Hockey Himachal in the 44th minute.
In a dominant performance, Hockey Karnataka outclassed Hockey Gujarat with a 6-1 win in Pool B, Division 'B'. The goals for Karnataka came from K.P. Sinchana (20', 52'), M.M. Thaniya (2'), S.M. Kusumanjali (19'), Pretti Neelaraddi (22'), and Huggennavar Basamma Shivappa (26'). Parvatiben Gamar found the net for Hockey Gujarat in the 31st minute.
In Pool D, Division 'A', Hockey Mizoram achieved a 2-1 victory over Chhattisgarh Hockey, with K. Vanlalpeki scoring both goals for Mizoram in the 14th and 41st minutes, whereas Manpreet Kaur scored for Chhattisgarh in the 27th minute.
Hockey Haryana overcame Manipur Hockey 4-2 in their Pool C, Division 'A' match, with goals from Radhika (12'), Diya (18'), Vishakha (42'), and Antika (44'). Manipur’s goals were scored by Tongbram Reenu Devi (5') and Captain Devi Moirangthem Prinja (6').
In Pool B of Division 'A', Hockey Association of Odisha celebrated a 4-0 victory over Hockey Andhra Pradesh. The goal-scorers for Odisha included Sweety Kujur (7'), Princess Priya Ekka (32'), Deepika Bage (49'), and Archana Kujur (59').
Lastly, Hockey Jharkhand concluded the day with a 6-0 win over Hockey Maharashtra in Pool A, Division 'A'. The scoring for Jharkhand was done by Sushmita Guria (14'), Sandeepa Kumari (22'), Shruti Kumari (27'), Pushpa Manjhi (36'), Saniya Tirkey (40'), and Pretty Bilung (52').
Point of View
The performances in the Hockey India Sub-junior Women's National Championship reflect the growing talent and competitiveness within women's hockey in India. The outcomes from Day 6 indicate a promising future for these young athletes as they continue to excel at the national level.
NationPress
20 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Which teams won in Division 'B' on Day 6?
Teams from Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Chandigarh, and Karnataka secured victories in Division 'B' on Day 6.
Who were the standout players on Day 6?
Annu from Hockey Chandigarh stood out with a hat-trick, while K. Vanlalpeki from Hockey Mizoram scored two goals in their match.
Where is the 16th Hockey India Sub-junior Women's National Championship being held?
The championship is taking place in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
What was the score of the Hockey Jharkhand vs. Hockey Maharashtra match?
Hockey Jharkhand won the match against Hockey Maharashtra with a decisive score of 6-0.
Which team had the largest margin of victory on Day 6?
Hockey Karnataka had the largest margin of victory, defeating Hockey Gujarat 6-1.
