Commonwealth Games: Indian men's team defeat Malaysia to enter semis
What's the story
Indian men's hockey team beat Malaysia 2-1 in a Pool B encounter at the ongoing 21st Commonwealth Games 2018 being held at the Gold Coast. The win ensured India an entry into the semi-finals. After a 2-2 draw against Pakistan, India overcame Wales 4-3 before seeing off Malaysia on Tuesday. India will play against England in their last pool B match.
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The result!
FT. The Indian Men's Hockey Team seal a spot in the Semi-Finals of the men's hockey event at the @GC2018 Commonwealth Games with a steely show against Malaysia in their third game of the competition on 10th April.#IndiaKaGame #HallaHockeyKa #GC2018 #INDvMAS pic.twitter.com/GAE3kihB75
— Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) April 10, 2018
Close tie
How did the match unfold?
India went ahead early with a goal from Harmanpreet Singh goal in the third minute. Faizal Saari equalized for Malaysia in the 16th minute with a neat finish from a tight angle. Both the teams held on and tried forcing a winner before Harmanpreet once again scored in the 44th minute to hand India a victory.
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Milestones for duo Mandeep and Amit
There were milestones achieved by Indian duo in the match. Forward Mandeep Singh notched his 100th international match for India, as defender Amit Rohidas scripted his 50th game.