The Tribune: Western Railways defend title

Western Railways defended their title after defeating Rail Coach Factory 2-1 in the women’s final of the 34th Surjit Hockey Tournament here today.

Sarita scored the opener for Western Railways in the 16th minute. RCF hit back two minutes later, Lalruatfeli converting a penalty corner. In the 40th minute, Preeti Dubey scored and Western Railways held their lead till the end. The winning team bagged Rs 1 lakh and the runners-up bagged Rs 75,000.

In the men’s section, Punjab & Sind Bank will take on ONGC, while Punjab Police will face Indian Oil in the semifinals tomorrow.