Australia edge India 2-1 in women’s hockey friendly series opener
Australia defeated India 2-1 in the opening match of the four-game women’s hockey friendly series in Perth. Navneet Kaur gave India an early lead, but Abby Wilson’s two penalty-corner goals in the second half sealed victory for the hosts
Hyderabad: The four-match friendly series between the Indian and Australian women’s hockey teams commenced on Tuesday with a close encounter that saw Australia secure a narrow 2-1 victory in Perth.
India struck first in the opening quarter, with Navneet Kaur converting a penalty corner to give her side an early lead. The Indian defence remained resolute for much of the first half, successfully maintaining their advantage through the second quarter.
However, momentum shifted in the second half as Australia’s Abby Wilson capitalised on two penalty-corner opportunities, scoring in both the third and fourth quarters to secure a comeback win for the hosts.
The two sides will meet again on 27 May 2026 at 5:00 PM IST for the second match of the series.
