Hockey: Indian eves to beat Malaysia 1-0

New Delhi, April 10: The Indian Women’s Hockey team today struck a late goal through youngster Lalremsiami to beat hosts Malaysia and take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match bilateral series in Kuala Lumpur.

India won the first two matches 3-0 and 5-0 followed by a 4-4 draw in their previous game.

Lalremsiami’s sensational 55th-minute goal ensured the team secured a narrow win in a hard-fought contest that saw Malaysia give their all to put up a defensive game.