Match report
Australia U21 secured a 19–11 victory over India U21 at the IKF U21 World Korfball Championship 2026 in Nilai, Malaysia, producing a strong second-half performance to pull clear in a competitive encounter.
The first half was closely contested, with both teams finding their rhythm in attack. Australia briefly moved ahead, but India responded well and remained firmly in the contest. The sides went into the interval level at 8–8 , setting up an intriguing second half.
Australia came out strongly after the break and gradually created separation. Liberty Booth and Caitlin Brown continued to provide important goals, while Annika Richmond became increasingly influential as Australia established control of the attacking exchanges.
India continued to fight, with Veer Pratap Singh providing an important attacking outlet and scoring repeatedly to keep his side within reach. However, Australia’s greater consistency in the final stages allowed them to extend their advantage and eventually secure a convincing eight-goal victory.
Richmond finished with four goals , while Booth and Brown each contributed three. For India, Singh led the scoring with four goals. The result gives Australia valuable momentum as the championship moves deeper into its decisive stages.
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