NAGPUR:
Dhyanchand Academy stormed into the final of the
Baidyanath Senior Division Hockey League at the
Vidarbha Hockey Association ground here on Saturday.
In the first semifinal, Dhyanchand Academy shocked defending champions South East Central Railway 3-0 with a brilliant all-round performance. With this win, Dhyanchand Academy took a sweet revenge as they had lost to the railmen in the last year's final.
Rahul Kalakoti emerged as the hero for the winners with a superb brace.
The hard-working forward found the target in the 18th minute and 23rd minute.
In the second session, Dhyanchand increased the lead when Saquib Rahim converted the penalty corner in the 44th minute.
On Sunday, the second semifinal will be played between City Police and
Eagle Sporting Club at 4.30 pm.