Breaking News : Australia retains Sultan of Johor Hockey Title
Defending champions Australia retained the Sultan of Johor Hockey title defeating the only unbeaten team, Great Britain, by two first-half goals in Malaysia today. Earlier, India beat the hosts Malaysia to win the bronze medal.
Dilpreet Singh of India with nine goals became the top scorer of the tournament. Australia had lost to Great Britain in the earlier round-robin league matches. With this 2-0 win, Australia has become the only second team after India to win the Sultan of Johor tournament twice.
Great Britain, who were pre-tournament favourites, was on the defensive as Australia mounted pressure and took the lead through a penalty corner conversion in the first quarter. The Aussies consolidated the lead further in the second quarter with a field goal. Though Great Britain forced their only penalty corner a minute before the final whistle.
For last 10 minutes, Great Britain played without a goalkeeper but still could not break the strong defence of the Australians.Earlier Japan defeated the US for fifth place and India routed Malaysia 4-0 for the bronze.
-PTC News
