The Indian Women’s Hockey Team displayed resilience but ultimately fell 0-2 to Australia in the third match of their ongoing tour, held at the Perth Hockey Stadium on Thursday. This marked India’s first contest against the main Australian national side after two initial games against Australia A.
Australia took an early lead in the ninth minute through Courtney Schonell, capitalizing on their attacking pressure. Despite earning an early penalty corner, they were unable to convert a second goal in the opening quarter.
India responded with renewed energy in the second quarter, earning back-to-back penalty corners, but couldn’t find the equaliser. Their momentum continued into the third quarter, though both sides failed to alter the scoreline despite creating chances and winning a penalty corner each.
The decisive moment came in the 52nd minute when Grace Stewart found the net from open play, doubling Australia’s lead and securing the win.
India will look to bounce back in their next encounter against Australia on Saturday, 03 May, once again at the Perth Hockey Stadium.