Jhansi, October 21, 2026: In an exciting finale of the 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship, Hockey Haryana overcame Hockey Madhya Pradesh with a score of 2-1. The championship match took place in Jhansi, showcasing thrilling performances from both teams. In the third-place contest, Uttar Pradesh Hockey secured victory against Hockey Punjab, winning 3-1.
Match Highlights: In the final, Madhya Pradesh took an early lead with a field goal scored by Mohammad Zaid Khan in the 14th minute. However, Hockey Haryana responded well, leveling the score in the second quarter when Navraj Singh netted a penalty corner at the 21-minute mark. The teams remained tied for much of the game until the 50th minute when Joginder Singh secured the win for Haryana with another successful penalty corner.
Haryana earned their spot in the final after a dramatic semi-final that ended in a 3-3 tie against Punjab. They triumphed in the shootout, winning 4-2. Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh advanced by defeating Uttar Pradesh with a score of 5-3.
Third-Place Match: In the match for third place, Uttar Pradesh Hockey dominated against Hockey Punjab. Akash Pal scored two field goals early in the game, putting Uttar Pradesh ahead 2-0 by halftime. Although Pawandeep Singh of Punjab managed to score in the 41st minute, Chandan Yadav secured the bronze medal for Uttar Pradesh with a penalty corner goal in the 58th minute.
Final Standings, Division ‘A’:
- Champion: Hockey Haryana
- Runner-up: Hockey Madhya Pradesh
- Third Place: Uttar Pradesh Hockey
This championship showcased the talent and determination of all teams, with Hockey Haryana ultimately claiming the top honor in a hard-fought tournament.
