The Bangladesh Under-18 women’s hockey team made history by winning the bronze medal at the U-18 Women’s Asia Cup 2025, held in Dazhou, China. This is one of the most remarkable achievements for Bangladesh women’s hockey on the international stage.
Third-Place Match Victory Against Kazakhstan
In the third-place decider, held on Sunday, Bangladesh played an outstanding match against Kazakhstan.
They showed strong teamwork and powerful gameplay, defeating their opponents by a big margin of 6-2.
Irine Akter Riya Shines Bright
One of the key players of the match was Irine Akter Riya, who impressed everyone with her performance.
She was awarded the Player of the Match title for her skills and contribution to the victory.
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Bangladesh U-18 Men’s Team Misses Out
While the women’s team celebrated their success, the Bangladesh Under-18 men’s hockey team couldn’t secure a win in their third-place match.
They faced Malaysia but unfortunately lost the match. As a result, they finished the tournament in fourth place.
A Proud Moment for Bangladesh Hockey
This bronze medal is a huge step forward for women’s hockey in Bangladesh.
It shows the growing talent of young female players and the potential for future success in international tournaments.
Source: Daily Sun
