India defeated hosts Malaysia 3-0 in the final to win the 3rd Sultan of Johor Cup at Johor Bahru. The U-21 Indian team remained unbeaten in the tournament. In the final, goals were scored by Amon Tirkey (22nd), Affan Yousuf (55th) and Manpreet (64th).
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In the group stage, India and Malaysia finished at same points with four wins and a draw in five games. However, India secured the top slot on a better goal difference. In the final, the Indian Colts did not give any chance to the Malaysian players to come back.
The Hockey India has announced a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh for each member of the India U-21 team.
