See, it can’t be that Madan Lal can change everything in one year. Hitting winners and unforced errors in almost equal measure in the opening set, the former world number one dug deep to take the advantage. He was the captain for the Ranji Trophy last year, but vacated that spot for younger Unmukt Chand when he was away on national duty. France wasn’t India’s first option as India headed into the home stretch of their preparations. “It’s unbelievable: The atmosphere, the tradition, the history. When I was there, I got to know the team was uncomfortable. Former all-rounder Madan Lal has his fingers crossed before the start of the season. He was rebuked by team management for posting a video of himself on social media jumping off a balcony into a swimming pool. Vibhuti started the match with an attacking style as she won the opening game 11-7. The rest of the match saw Chandigarh Hockey Academy girls maintaining the pressure and defending the 1-0 lead to win the title.