Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics: US women's ice hockey team beat Finland to set final showdown against Canada

United States will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico. The tournament will feature 104 matches, beginning at Mexico City Stadium on June 11 and culminating at New York New Jersey Stadium with the final on 19 July.

In the morning session, Gunjan (48kg) secured a convincing 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Poland. Radhamani Longjam (57kg) delivered a dominant display, defeating her opponent from Ecuador by Referee Stopped Contest (RSC) in the first round.

India will face Italy in the semi-final as they look to continue their strong run in front of the home crowd, according to a release.

India's speed was on full display in the first quarter as they put immense pressure on their opponents with quick breakaways, despite a high press from the Welsh team. The hosts took the lead as early as the seventh minute when Salima Tete orchestrated a move down the right flank before Sakshi Rana unleashed a powerful reverse hit from the edge of the circle to give India the advantage.

Indian Women's Hockey Team defender Nikki Pradhan achieved a remarkable milestone by completing 200 International Caps during the team's match against Wales in the FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 Hyderabad on Wednesday at the G. M. C. Balayogi Hockey Ground (Gachibowli Hockey Complex), according to a release.