In a pulsating encounter at the Hockey India League, SG Pipers finally broke their duck with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the formidable Hyderabad Storm. The match, held under blazing lights, showcased tactical brilliance and sheer grit from the Pipers’ squad.
From the opening whistle, both teams traded blows in midfield. Hyderabad Storm, riding high on recent form, pressed relentlessly but found SG Pipers’ defense impenetrable. The breakthrough came in the 22nd minute when Pipers’ star forward Harmanpreet Singh unleashed a rocket penalty corner, putting his team ahead 1-0.
Hyderabad responded fiercely in the second quarter, equalizing through a clinical field goal by their captain. The scoreline stood at 1-1 at halftime, setting the stage for a nail-biting finish. Pipers coach praised the team’s resilience, noting how they absorbed pressure and countered effectively.
The decider arrived in the final quarter. With fatigue setting in, SG Pipers capitalized on a defensive lapse, as young talent Rohit slotted home the winner in the 58th minute. The crowd erupted as Pipers held firm through seven tense minutes of defense.
This win catapults SG Pipers up the table, injecting fresh momentum into their campaign. Hyderabad Storm, despite the loss, showed championship quality but rued missed opportunities. As the league intensifies, expect more such blockbusters.