The Bangladesh women’s youth hockey team marked their opening match of the Under-20 Asia Cup Hockey with a dominant display, handing Chinese Taipei a crushing 7-0 defeat.

Impressive braces from forward line standouts propelled the red-and-green representatives to a resounding victory, with Airin Akter Riya earning the Player of the Match honors for her eye-catching double.

Playing in Macau, China, Bangladesh secured the commanding win, giving Riya, Kona, and the rest of the squad a flying start to the tournament.

From the opening whistle to the final buzzer, the turf belonged entirely to the Bangladeshi girls.

Establishing total territorial control from the first minute, they mounted wave after wave of aggressive attacks that kept their opponents permanently on the back foot.

Kona Akter broke the game's deadlock, netting a brilliant opening goal to seize early control for Bangladesh. Following Kona's lead, Ema and Airin Akter Riya systematically dismantled the Chinese Taipei defense.

Showcasing exquisite stickwork to fool the opposition, both players successfully converted multiple chances to secure impressive braces.

Bangladesh maintained their relentless attacking pressure deep into the final stages of the match. In the fourth quarter, team captain Sarika Rimon joined the goal-scoring festival.

Leading from the front with exceptional skill, she netted two quick goals to seal the comprehensive 7-0 victory.