PM Modi hailed the performances of both teams, highlighting the determination and talent displayed by India\u2019s young hockey players.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cA proud moment for Indian hockey! Congratulations to our Junior Women\u2019s Hockey Team on retaining the Asia Cup with a superb unbeaten campaign. Their success reflects the talent and determination of the players. Best wishes to the entire team,\u201d PM Modi wrote on X.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Indian women\u2019s team defeated hosts China 1-0 in the final, with Sanika Chandrakant Mane scoring the decisive goal in the 17th minute. The victory extended India\u2019s dominance in the competition, following title-winning campaigns in 2023 and 2024.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Prime Minister also praised the junior men\u2019s side after their emphatic 4-1 victory over South Korea in the final.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cCongratulations to our Junior Men\u2019s Hockey Team on winning the Asia Cup with an emphatic 4-1 win in the final. It is indeed a remarkable achievement. This feat reflects the immense talent of our young players. Best wishes to the entire team,\u201d he wrote in another post. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
India\u2019s men produced a commanding display in the title clash, with Ajeet Yadav, Anmol Ekka, Prabhdeep Singh and Ashu Maurya finding the net against South Korea.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cCongratulations to our Junior Men\u2019s Hockey Team on winning the Asia Cup with an emphatic 4-1 win in the final. It is indeed a remarkable achievement. This feat reflects the immense talent of our young players. Best wishes to the entire team,\u201d he wrote in another post. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
The double triumph in China also secured India\u2019s qualification for the Junior Hockey World Cup, with both the men\u2019s and women\u2019s teams earning their places at the global tournament by winning their respective continental titles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n