India Storm Into FIH Women’s Nations Cup Final

India’s women’s hockey team produced a dominant performance to defeat Chile 6-0 and secure a place in the final of the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26 in Auckland.

The Women in Blue controlled the contest from start to finish, showcasing attacking flair and defensive discipline to register one of their most convincing victories of the tournament. The emphatic win puts India just one step away from lifting the prestigious title.

Leading from the front, captain Salima Tete delivered an outstanding performance and was deservedly named Player of the Match. Her leadership and influence proved crucial as India overwhelmed Chile in the first semi-final.

With a place in the championship match secured, India will now face either the United States or hosts New Zealand in the final. The team will be aiming to cap off an impressive campaign by bringing home the Nations Cup trophy.

Fans can catch Team India in action live on the Watch.Hockey app and website as the Women in Blue chase international glory in the final