Railways defeated Haryana 5-0 in the final of 2^nd Hockey India Senior Women National Championship to defend their title at Aish Bagh Hockey Stadium here on Tuesday.

Railways took 3-0 lead in the first half scoring through Vandana Katariya (14^th , 34^th minute) and Roselin Dung Dung 16^th minute.

In the second half Railways again dominated the proceedings as they scored two another goals through Deep Grace 63^rd and Ritu Rani 65^th minute putting 5-0 on board. Haryana failed to score any goal.

Vandana Katariya who scored 8 goals in the tournament was given player of the tournament award.

Railways Skipper Jasjeet Kaur said “ It is a wonderful moment for Railways as we succeed in defending our title. We performed as at team and played every game as per the strategy planned by our coach. I think each member of our team played very well”.

Earlier Jharkhand defeated Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academy 2-0 to finish third in the tournament.

After a goalless half Jharkhand dominated the proceedings as Lawerncia Kereketta struck in the 41^st minute from a goalmouth scramble following a left-wing move and in the 45^th minute Binita Xess converted a penalty corner.  MPHA struggled throughout the game and failed to utilize their chances.