Sultan of Johor Cup: India Suffer 0-4 Defeat to Australia, Still Lead Points Table

India’s unbeaten run in the Sultan of Johor Cup came to an abrupt end as they suffered a 0-4 defeat to Australia in a group-stage match on Wednesday. Despite the setback, India Colts continue to lead the points table with nine points.
Australia’s dominant performance saw Daykin Stanger score a hat-trick, netting goals in the 33rd, 39th, and 53rd minutes, while Patrik Andrew opened the scoring in the 29th minute. India’s forward line struggled to penetrate the Australian defense, resulting in a scoreless outing for the team.
Though India remains on top of the table, with New Zealand (8 points) and Australia (7 points) closely following, the loss serves as a reminder of the competitive nature of the tournament. India will need to regroup as they aim for a strong finish in the upcoming matches.