Can the Unbeaten Indian Hockey Team Triumph in the Super4s of the Women’s Asia Cup?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- India has topped Pool B with seven points.
- Strong momentum heading into Super4s.
- Key players Navneet Kaur and Mumtaz Khan are in form.
- Next matches against Korea, China, and Japan.
- Psychological edge against Korea.
New Delhi, Sep 9 (NationPress) The Indian Women’s Hockey Team is set to maintain their unbeaten streak as they prepare for the Super4s phase of the ongoing Women’s Asia Cup 2025 in Hangzhou.
India will encounter formidable challenges against hosts China, defending champions Japan, and Korea in this pivotal tournament stage.
India topped Pool B with seven points from three matches, starting their campaign with an impressive 11-0 win over Thailand, followed by a gripping 2-2 draw against Japan, and conclusively defeating Singapore 12-0.
For India, forwards Navneet Kaur and Mumtaz Khan have excelled, netting five goals each during the Pool stage, and they are anticipated to maintain their scoring prowess as the team vies for a place in the Final.
In the Super4s stage, each team—including India, China, Japan, and Korea—will play against each other once, with the top two teams advancing to the Final and the others competing for 3rd/4th place. India will commence their Super4s journey against Korea on September 10, followed by matches against China on September 11 and Japan on September 13.
India enters the Super4s with strong momentum, while Korea has secured two wins and one loss in their Pool stage. Historically, in their last five encounters, India has prevailed three times, with Korea winning once and one match resulting in a draw—providing India with a psychological upper hand.
Ahead of the Super4s, Indian Women’s Hockey Team Coach Harendra Singh expressed, "We are satisfied with the team's performance thus far. The athletes have shown commendable intent, discipline, and have seized our attacking opportunities. The Pool stage offered a solid foundation to build momentum and face diverse play styles. However, the Super4s present a distinct challenge against tough opponents like Korea, China, and Japan.
"Our emphasis will be on adhering to our structure, being vigilant in defense, and capitalizing on scoring opportunities. We recognize that there is little margin for error at this stage, so consistency and composure are crucial. The players are driven; they comprehend the significance of donning the Indian jersey and are eager to sustain their momentum. If we perform to our capabilities and trust our process, I am confident we can achieve our desired results."