Odisha run away with hockey national title

Odisha emerged victorious in the Hockey India Senior Men National Championship, defeating Haryana 5-1. Shilanand Lakra shone with a hat-trick, while Rajat Akash Tirkey and Pratap Lakra contributed a goal each. Odisha's strong defense and clinical finishing secured their first-ever title. In the bronze medal match, Uttar Pradesh overcame Manipur 2-1.