Published: 11:27 AM, 10 September 2026
Tigresses thrash Hong Kong China in Junior Asia Cup Hockey
The Bangladesh women's hockey team has made history at the ongoing Under-21 Junior Asia Cup Hockey in Moki, Inner Mongolia, China. Maintaining their superb form in the tournament, the 'Red and Green' squad secured their fourth consecutive victory. In their final group stage match, Bangladesh trounced a strong Hong Kong China side by a massive 6-0 margin on Wednesday.
At the Morin Dawa Stadium in Moki, the Bangladeshi players dominated their opponents right from the start, keeping the Hong Kong defense under constant pressure with wave after wave of attacks. The breakthrough came in the 9th minute when captain Sharika Rimon put the team ahead 1-0 with a brilliant goal from a penalty corner.
Then began a flurry of field goals from the rest of the squad. In the 19th minute, Airin Akter Ria doubled the lead with an excellent field goal. Maintaining the attacking momentum, Kona Akter scored the team's third goal in the 26th minute. Bangladesh ended the first half with a commanding 3-0 lead.
The 'Tigresses' maintained their dominance in the second half as well. Mosammat Lima scored the team's fourth goal in the 31st minute. Just two minutes later, in the 33rd minute, Airin Ria netted her second and the team's fifth goal. In the 48th minute, Mosammat Lima drove the final nail into the coffin for Hong Kong, marking her own second goal of the match.
This massive 6-0 victory on Chinese soil marks a new milestone in the history of women's hockey in the country. By winning four consecutive matches throughout the tournament, the Bangladeshi women have proven their superiority. With this unforgettable victory, the team has emerged as the undefeated champions of the Challengers Group. Prominent figures from the sports community, including the Bangladesh Hockey Federation, have extended their heartfelt congratulations to the team.
