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Kerala stages comeback to defeat Uttarakhand in Senior Men’s Hockey Nationals
✍️ Sportstar
🗓 16 Oct 2026, 12:46 AM
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Kerala rallied in the second half to overcome Uttarakhand and secure a win at the Senior Men’s Hockey Nationals 2026.
Kerala’s senior men’s hockey side turned the tide in the latter stages of their group match against Uttarakland at the 2026 Senior Men’s Hockey Nationals. After trailing early, the Kerala squad intensified their attack, netting crucial goals that shifted momentum in their favour. The decisive scores came in the second half, allowing Kerala to clinch a hard‑earned victory.
The win positions Kerala favorably in the tournament’s group standings, boosting their chances of advancing to the knockout phase. Coach of the Kerala team praised the players’ resilience and tactical adjustments that enabled the comeback.
Uttarakhand, despite a strong start, could not recover from the late surge and will look to regroup for their remaining fixtures. The match highlighted the competitive spirit of the national championship, with both sides displaying high‑level skill and determination.
The win positions Kerala favorably in the tournament’s group standings, boosting their chances of advancing to the knockout phase. Coach of the Kerala team praised the players’ resilience and tactical adjustments that enabled the comeback.
Uttarakhand, despite a strong start, could not recover from the late surge and will look to regroup for their remaining fixtures. The match highlighted the competitive spirit of the national championship, with both sides displaying high‑level skill and determination.