February 20, 2012 12:58 PM

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Olympic Qualifiers: India thrash Italy 8-1

In Hockey, Indian Men's team defeated Italy 8-1 in an Olympics Qualifying match, last night, at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi. After drubbing Singapore 15-1 on Saturday, India continued their splendid form, this time against minnows Italy, who could not really challenge the hosts at any point of the game. Sandeep Singh found the board thrice for India, all from penalty corner.Meanwhile, Indian eves also registered an impressive victory on Sunday, defeating Canada, 4-1. Soundarya Yendala, Rani Rampal, Sushila Chanu and Anuradha Devi scored the goals for India.Both, Indian Men's and Women's teams will play their next match on Tuesday. Indian Men will clash with France, while India's Women's team will take on Poland.

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