IPOH: Newly crowned Sultan Azlan Shah Cup champions New Zealand received the perfect boost in their attempt to qualify for the 2016 Rio Olympics.
The Kiwis, who defeated Australia 3-1 in the shootout after they were tied 2-2 in regulation time, will head for the qualifier in the World Hockey League Semi-final in Argentina from June 3-14.
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