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Shrachi Bengal Tigers Edge Ranchi Royals 1-0 in Women's Hockey League

The Shrachi Bengal Tigers secured a narrow 1-0 victory over hosts Ranchi Royals in the Women's Hockey India League. The match's only goal came from Agustina Gorzelany in the 37th minute from a penalty corner. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, including several penalty corners, the Ranchi Royals were unable to find an equalizer. The Tigers' disciplined defense held firm under pressure to secure three crucial points.

Key Points: Bengal Tigers Beat Ranchi Royals 1-0 in Women's Hockey

  • Gorzelany scores winner
  • Tigers move to 2nd place
  • Royals dominate but can't score
  • Strong defensive performance
  • Crucial saves from both goalkeepers
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Women's Hockey India League: Shrachi Bengal Tigers prevail 1-0 against hosts Ranchi Royals

Agustina Gorzelany's goal seals a 1-0 win for Shrachi Bengal Tigers over Ranchi Royals in the Women's Hockey India League. Match recap and key players.

"Agustina Gorzelany (37') scored the decisive goal of the game to help her side register three points - Official Release"

New Delhi, January 4

With a disciplined and determined performance, Shrachi Bengal Tigers secured a 1-0 victory against Ranchi Royals in match number eight of the Women's Hockey India League 2025-26 at Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium on Sunday.

Agustina Gorzelany (37') scored the decisive goal of the game to help her side register three points and move to second place on the points table, as per a release.

Heading into this match on the back of consecutive wins, Ranchi Royals began the game on the front foot with their midfield controlling the tempo in the opening exchanges. They had five penalty corners and seven circle penetrations in the first quarter, but couldn't find a way past Jennifer Rizzo in goal for the Shrachi Bengal Tigers.

Playing on the counter attack, the Tigers had a late opportunity of their own before Bichu Devi Kharibam pulled off a couple of sharp saves for the home side towards the end of a stop-start first quarter.

Shrachi Bengal Tigers steadily grew into the game in the second quarter, making inroads and putting the Royals defence under pressure. They had seven circle penetrations and a couple of penalty corners as they attacked in waves in search of the opening goal. Madhuri Kindo stayed firm in goal for the hosts though, making crucial saves to keep her side on level terms to end a hard-fought first half with the score at 0-0.

Ranchi Royals added some impetus to their attack to begin the second half and came close to breaking the deadlock on a couple of occasions. However, it was the Shrachi Bengal Tigers who eventually drew first blood through Agustina Gorzelany (37') converting from a penalty corner, scoring her fourth goal of the season to give her side a 1-0 lead. The home side looked for a quick response but couldn't quite find a way to break the resolute and disciplined Shrachi Bengal Tigers defence in the third quarter.

Ranchi Royals dominated possession at the start of the final quarter as they remained relentless in their pursuit for an equaliser. Despite seven circle penetrations and five penalty corners in the final quarter, they couldn't find a breakthrough as the Shrachi Bengal Tigers defence remained rock solid to help them bag three crucial points.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great to see women's hockey getting this coverage! Agustina Gorzelany is a star. But honestly, we need to see more Indian scorers on the sheet. Our domestic players need to step up in these crucial moments.
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Sarah B
Watching from Canada! The intensity was fantastic. Ranchi Royals' attack was relentless in that final quarter, just couldn't get past that wall. Bichu Devi and Madhuri Kindo were brilliant in goal for them despite the loss.
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Aman W
Solid 3 points for Bengal! This league is doing wonders for the sport. The stadium looked packed too, which is the best part. More power to our women athletes! 💪
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Kavitha C
As a former player, I have to say the penalty corner conversion rate for both teams was disappointing. 5+ chances each and only one goal? That's an area needing serious work. Otherwise, a thrilling tactical battle.
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Varun X
Heartbreak for Ranchi at home! They dominated stats but not the scoreboard. That's sports. Tigers showed great game management. On to the next one!

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