Hockey: Ireland v India Match

Ireland played India tonight in the second of a triple header test series in UCD, in a match that finished 2-1 to India. The opening half was played at high tempo with little between the sides. India forced first PC of the game and from straight strike a deflection by Soundarya was lifted over McFerran which gave India the lead in 19m.

Two further PC's for India gave them a 2 goal lead this time Sunita Lakra finished at near post in the 21minute. Ireland almost got one backa few moments later when Pinder set up O Flanagan but her shot was just wide. Ireland got their just reward in 33m when Anna o Flanagan shot was diverted high into net by Evans. HT score Ireland 1-2 India

Ireland started the stronger in the second half with lovely play by Brown to set up Evans but her pull back with keeper beaten just evaded o Flanagan . Ireland dominated most of the half but Indian defence stood strong despite constant pressure from the green army.

Ireland's third and final test takes place tomorrow night in UCD at 6.30 as they continue their preparations for the upcoming Champions Challenge I world ranking tournament.
Ireland Team
1. Emily Beatty (UCD)
2. Chloe Brown (Ards)
3. Naomi Carroll (Catholic Institute)
4. Nicci Daly (Holcombe HC / Loreto)
5. Deirdre Duke (UCD)
6. Nikki Evans (UCD)
7. Megan Frazer - Captain (Holcombe HC / Ballymoney)
8. Emma Gray - GK (Hermes)
9. Michelle Harvey (Leuven / Pegasus)
10. Shirley McCay (Old Alex)
11. Ayeisha McFerran - GK (Randalstown)
12. Ali Meeke (Loreto)
13. Katie Mullan (UCD)
14. Anna O'Flanagan (UCD)
15. Audrey O'Flynn (Hermes)
16. Gillian Pinder (UCD)
17. Cliodhna Sargent - Vice Captain (Cork Harlequins)
18. Chloe Watkins (Club De Campo / UCD)
Final Test Match
Friday 18th April Ireland v India 18.30 (UCD)