CURRENT AFFAIRS

2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who scored the only goal of the women’s hockey semi-final match, which paved the way for India to enter Asiad final for 1st time in 20yrs?
A
Vandana Katariya
B
Sunita Lakra
C
Gurjit Kaur
D
Rani Rampal
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Indian women’s hockey team will play Spain in the final on Saturday. The Indian hockey team won a tense semi-final shootout against Ireland in Valencia, Spain on Friday to make the Women’s FIH Nations Cup 2022 final. Udita (44’) equalised for India after Carroll Naomi (14’) put Ireland ahead.

Detailed explanation-2: -In that edition of the Games, women’s hockey made its debut in the Olympics and the sport was played in a round-robin format with top two teams qualifying for the final. The Rani Rampal-led side will play Argentina in the semifinal on Wednesday.

Detailed explanation-3: -Earlier in the match, Salima Tete’s goal had provided India with a 1-0 lead in the second quarter. As the Indian women hockey players celebrated their bronze medal finish, compatriots Indian men’s hockey players welcomed them for their historic achievement.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Spain vs India final will take place at Estadio Betero in Valencia, Spain, on December 17 from 8:15 PM onwards (IST). Where can one watch the FIH Women’s Nations Cup 2022 final between India and Spain?

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