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Men’s HIL: Vedanta Kalinga Lancers Secure 4-2 Win Against Ranchi Royals
Vedanta Kalinga Lancers claimed a 4-2 victory over Ranchi Royals in the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium on Sunday. Alexander Hendrickx (7', 28') and Gursahibjit Singh (16', 26') scored the goals for Vedanta Kalinga Lancers while Tom Boon (1') and Mandeep Singh (9') were the goalscorers for Ranchi Royals.
Ranchi Royals couldn't have made a better start to the game, as they found the opening goal in the first minute of the match. The Royals won an early penalty corner as Tom Boon (1') made the most of the opportunity, slotting the ball into the net with a powerful dragflick. Ranchi Royals dominated possession early on, but Vedanta Kalinga Lancers were quick to adapt as they improved and won a penalty corner in the seventh minute. Belgian drag-flick specialist Alexander Hendrickx (7') stepped up and delivered the equaliser with a perfect flick past the goalkeeper.
