Hockey: India score thrilling comeback win against Pak
Friday, August 22 2003 22:53 Hrs (IST)
Amstelveen (Holland): India came back from the dead to author a memorable 7-4 win against Pakistan in
the 25th Champions Trophy hockey tournament at the Wagener Stadium on August 22.
In a fascinating contest that had the huge crowd on its feet, the Indians played the game of their lives to
pump home five goals in the last 19 minutes for a win that would not be forgotten in a hurry.
Jugraj Singh (23rd, 35th), Deepak Thakur (51st, 65th), Prabhjot Singh (54th) and Gagan Ajit Singh
(60th, 63rd) struck for India, while Pakistan's goals came from Rehan Butt (17th), Nadeem Ahmed
(21st), Mudassar Ali (28th) and Sohail Abbas (43rd).
It was a bruising victory for the Indians as several players suffered injuries, notably Ignace Tirkey who
was stretched off the ground. More significantly, it was the first time ever that India scored seven goals
against Pakistan.
PTI
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