Chennai: The young Indian players delivered an outstanding performance on Wednesday to win the bronze medal in the 14th FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup in Chennai.

The 4-2 win over Argentina, including a goal from Odisha defender Anmol Ekka, helped India end a nine-year medal drought, and strengthened hopes for the future of Indian hockey. ADVERTISEMENT

Delighted head coach P R Sreejesh praised his team’s remarkable comeback win against Argentina.

India faced a tough challenge against 2021 champions Argentina in the bronze-medal match at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium. After trailing by two goals, India scripted a thrilling comeback to win 4-2.

This is the first time India won a bronze medal in the Junior World Cup. They won gold medals in 2001 (in Australia) and 2016 (in Lu

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