Soorma Hockey Club concluded their Women’s Hockey India League 2025–26 season on a positive note with a hard-fought 3–2 win over finalists Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi on Tuesday. Although the fixture had no bearing on the final standings, with Soorma already out of contention and the Tigers assured of a place in the title clash, both sides produced an intense and competitive contest. Sonam delivered a standout performance for Soorma and was named Player of the Match for her influential role in the victory. Soorma set the tempo early, pressing aggressively and keeping the Tigers under sustained pressure. Their attacking intent was rewarded in the 10th minute when Sonam capitalised from close range to give the Ranchi-based side a deserved lead. The Tigers attempted to respond through phases of possession but were unable to breach Soorma’s disciplined defensive structure before the break. The Tigers found their equaliser in the third quarter through league top-scorer Agustina Gorzelany, who converted a penalty corner to restore parity. …