Malaysia delivered a stunning performance to thrash Chinese Taipei 8–0 in the classification round for the 5th–8th places at the Women's Hockey Asia Cup 2025. The match took place at Gongshu Canal Sports Park in Hangzhou, China, and decided the teams for fifth and sixth positions in the tournament.

Malaysia Starts Strong

Malaysia started aggressively and scored early. Mohd Siti opened the scoring in the 2nd minute. Just a minute later, Nur Afiqah Syahzani Azhar added the second goal. Nuramirah Shakirah Zulkifli struck in the 9th minute to make it 3–0.

Malaysia kept attacking in the second quarter. Nuramirah Shakirah Zulkifli scored again in the 16th minute to extend Malaysia's lead to 4–0. A few moments later, Mohd Siti made it 5–0. Che Nur scored in the 21st minute, stretching the lead to 6–0. Hanis Nadiah Onn added another goal in the same minute.

Nur Afiqah Syahzani Azhar netted her second goal in the 23rd minute, pushing the score to 8–0. After that, both teams tried hard but failed to score. The match ended with Malaysia winning 8–0.

Teamwork and Strong Defense

Malaysia played with speed and precision. They moved the ball quickly and pressed high. Their passing was sharp, and their positioning was excellent. The defense stayed solid and stopped every attack from Chinese Taipei. The team worked together seamlessly. Their coordination helped them control the match from start to finish.

Coach Praises the Victory

Head coach Mohd Nasihin Nubli Ibrahim praised the team’s dominant performance. He said the win would boost their confidence. “This victory is very important for our morale,” he said. He also stressed that the performance showed the team’s preparation for future challenges.

Looking Ahead

This big win puts Malaysia in a strong position to secure a top-five finish. Their dominance against Chinese Taipei showed their determination and skill. Malaysia now aims to carry this momentum forward as they continue their campaign in the Women's Hockey Asia Cup 2025.