Welcome to the live reporting thread of the #FIHProLeague clash between China and India. Sunny afternoon in Muscat, which plays host to the clash between the two Asian teams.

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The national anthems are completed and the players head to their sides. China win the toss and will attack from right to left to begin with. The players look spry and ready for the contest!

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Unfortunately, some TV production issues will not make it possible to have video referrals for today’s and tomorrow’s FIH Hockey Pro League matches between China and India (Women). Both teams have been informed.

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Here are the starting line-ups of both the teams.

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3’ CHN 0-0 IND

India start the game on the front foot and get into the Chinese circle thrice in the first 2 minutes, but so far China are holding firm.

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5’ CHN 0-1 IND

India’s sustained pressure pays off, as another circle penetration leads to a goal, scored by Navneet Kaur.

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10’ CHN 0-1 IND

China are looking to get a foothold in the game and launch into a counter attack; and they find an Indian foot in the circle. Penalty Corner to China!

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11’ CHN 0-1 IND

The first penalty corner of the game doesn’t amount to much as Indian goalkeeper Savita moves to her left and makes a great save to deny the Chinese.

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12’ CHN 0-2 IND

India capitalise on the missed opportunity from the penalty corner by China and launch a counter attack of their own that leads to the 2nd goal, scored by Neha!

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15’ CHN 0-2 IND

India keep up the pressure to end the first quarter, with even more entries into China’s circle, but China’s defense holds down the fort and keeps the score at 2-0.

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2nd Quarter begins!

16’ CHN 0-2 IND

India begin the second quarter with an aerial attempt on the right wing, but China intercept and launch a counter attack from the same wing.

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18’ CHN 0-2 IND

China are trying to reduce the pressure on their circle by going on the offensive, and India’s Salima Tete picks up a green card. Can China capitalise?

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23’ CHN 0-2 IND

India get their first penalty corner as Lalremsiami finds a Chinese foot in the the circle. But India’s variation on the PC routine is well defended by China.

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27’ CHN 0-2 IND

India attack from the left and Nisha gets a light deflection on Lalremsiami cross, but the ball flashes past the far post.

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Half-Time: CHN 0-2 IND

India dominate the first half of their first ever #FIHProLeague match and take a 2 goal lead into the half time. China have had a few chances but haven’t been able to make them count.

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While we take a break from this exciting contest, here’s a video of the Chinese team wishing everyone a happy #ChineseNewYear
31’ CHN 0-2 IND

China’s Jing Yong gets the second half underway. China will be looking to make a quick start and grab a goal back, as a 3rd Indian goal could make this an uphill task for them.

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33’ CHN 0-2 IND

India win a penalty corner and its SAVED on the line! India nearly get their third, but Surong Wu makes the initial save and India fail to capitalise on the follow-up.

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36’ CHN 0-2 IND

China are looking to build some momentum and Feiping Chen tries to find an Indian foot in the circle, but India defends well and gets the ball away from their goal.

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38’ CHN 0-2 IND

China have made a much improved start to the second half and have two SHOTS at the Indian goal in quick succession but Savita stands tall and maintain India’s 2 goal lead!

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40’ CHN 0-3 IND

GOAL!
India get their first attempt of the second half and make it COUNT! Vandana attacks down the left and her first attempt is saved, but she fires in a second shot that goes in!

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42’ CHN 1-3 IND

GOAL!
China have one back. Yuxin Luo attacks down the right and her cross deflects in off an Indian stick and Savita is beaten at the near post. GAME ON!

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End of 3rd Quarter CHN 1-3 IND

What do you think the final result for this thrilling contest will be?

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47’ CHN 1-4 IND

GOAL!
Penalty Stroke to India is calmly slotted into the left corner by Shushila Chanu and this game is getting away from China.

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48’ CHN 1-5 IND

GOAL!

India get another one, and this time its Sharmila Devi who turns in a cross from the left side. Indian players really enjoying the space behind the Chinese defense now!

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50’ CHN 1-6 IND

GOAL!

India get another penalty stroke as Lalremsiami is brought down by Surong Wu in the circle. Gurjit steps up and slots it in. India with a 5 goal cushion now!

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52’ CHN 1-7 IND

GOAL!

A THIRD penalty stroke for India. Sushila Chanu steps up this time and makes it 3 for 3 from penalty strokes.

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CHN 1-7 IND

This also creates a new record for maximum number of Penalty Strokes awarded and scored by a team in an #FIHProLeague game. #CHNvIND
56’ CHN 1-7 IND

China try once again to pull a goal back and set up a quick attack down the left wing, but India’s defense has been on its game today and easily numbs the threat.

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FULL TIME: CHN 1-7 IND

Dream debut for India in the #FIHProLeague as they register a big win in their first ever contest and take all 3 points to start their campaign on a bright note.

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Sharmila Devi awarded the Player of the Match for her outstanding performance in India’s debut game at the #FIHProLeague
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