India's women's hockey team clinched the Women's Hockey Junior Asia Cup 2024 in Muscat, Oman, by defeating China in a tense shootout. The final match ended in a 1-1 draw, leading to a penalty shootout where India triumphed 3-2. Key players included goalkeeper Nidhi, who made three crucial saves, and scorers Sakshi Rana, Ishika, and Sunelita Toppo. This victory marks India's second consecutive title in this tournament and secures their spot in the FIH Women's Hockey Junior World Cup 2025 in Chile. Deepika Sehrawat was the tournament's leading scorer with 12 goals.