Women's Hockey Asia Cup 2025 HIGHLIGHTS: India rescue late 2-2 draw against Japan
IND vs JPN HIGHLIGHTS: A last minute goal from Navneet Kaur helped the Women in Blue fight out a 2-2 draw on the day in China.
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IND vs JPN
In a high-intensity group-stage encounter at the Women’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in China, India and Japan played out a gripping 2-2 draw on Friday, September 6. The match kept fans on the edge of their seats as both sides displayed tremendous grit, attacking flair, and tactical discipline across all four quarters.
Japan drew first blood in the 10th minute of the opening quarter, handing India their first goal conceded in the tournament. Despite an early setback and a relatively sluggish start, the Indian side gradually grew into the game. Their increased attacking pressure in the second quarter yielded dividends late in the first half as they found a crucial equaliser, bringing the scoreline to 1-1 at halftime.
The second half saw both teams pushing hard for the lead. While the third quarter ended without a goal, the intensity remained high. Japan appeared to have sealed the game when they scored with just under five minutes left, going 2-1 ahead. However, India showcased tremendous resilience in the dying moments, levelling the score 2-2 with a late equaliser that sparked wild celebrations on the bench.
With both teams having secured big wins in their opening games, India thumping Thailand 11-0 and Japan dismantling Singapore 9-0, this clash was billed as their first real test. And it certainly delivered. The draw means both sides remain unbeaten, but will now look to their final group matches to determine who finishes top.
For India, the standout performers included captain Salima Tete, who led from the front, and goalkeeper Bichu Devi, who made key saves during Japan’s surges. The midfield, orchestrated by Vaishnavi Phalke and Navneet Kaur, controlled the tempo well, while the forwards showed good intent despite limited success in front of goal.
Both teams now turn their attention to their final group-stage fixtures, with India still firmly in the hunt for a top-two finish and a place in the knockout rounds.
India squad for Women's hockey Asia Cup 2025:
Bansari Solanki, Bichu Devi Kharibam, Manisha Chauhan, Udita, Jyoti, Suman Devi Thoudam, Nikki Pradhan, Ishika Chaudhary, Neha, Vaishnavi Vitthal Phalke, Salima Tete (captain), Sharmila Devi, Lalremsiami, Sunelita Toppo, Navneet Kaur, Rutaja Dadaso Pisal, Beauty Dungdung, Mumtaz Khan, Sakshi, Sangita Kumari
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6:15 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: It ends 2-2!
A brilliant match for the neutrals as India and Japan play out a 2-2 draw on the day to share the spoils on the night.
6:13 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: India find late equaliser!
India have snatched the win from japan in the dying moments with a late equaliser to make it 2-2 on the day. A brilliant fightback to avoid the defeat by the Women in Blue!
6:07 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: Japan with the lead!
Japan have comeback to get ahead in the game with 5 minutes left to play as they lead 2-1 with a little more than 2 minutes left to play now.
6:00 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: Final 5 minutes!
Last 5 minutes as both sides are still fighting it out for a win in the final minutes of the match.
5:53 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: Final quarter begins!
Final quarter begins as both teams fight for the lead on the day.
5:48 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: End of 3rd quarter!
All to play for in the final quarter as the score remains at 1-1 after the 3rd quarter.
5:43 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: Both teams fighting it out!
Both India and Japan fighting it out for the lead for now as the 3rd quarter is left with 5 minutes.
5:34 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: 2nd half begins!
2nd half begins with India looking for the lead now.
5:22 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: End of 1st half!
The 1st half ends with the score at 1-1. Brilliant comeback by India who are looking stronger now.
5:21 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: India make it 1-1!
India have found the back of the net very late in the 1st half as they equalise in the game which sets the tone for the next half now.
5:18 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: Final 2 minutes!
Final 2 minutes of the 1st half as India still trying to get that first goal to set up for the win later on. Japan resillient with their defense though.
5:11 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: India up the ante!
A step up in gear from India in terms of attacking intent as they search for that equaliser in the 2nd quarter. Multiple PC's for the Women in Blue but no success so far.
5:05 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: 2nd quarter begins!
The 2nd quarter is on with India trailing by a single goal. A lot of work left to be done still. Japan would be looking to keep them at bay.
5:00 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: End of 1st quarter!
India are behind after the first 15 minutes as they are yet to show attacking intent on the day.
4:53 PM
Women's Asia Cup 2025 India vs Japan LIVE UPDATES: Japan go ahead!
Japan get the breakthrough on the day in the 10th minute as India concede their 1st goal of the tournament.
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First Published: Sep 06 2025 | 3:54 PM IST