India’s men’s hockey team took a giant leap toward securing gold at the Hangzhou Asian Games and a coveted spot at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The Indian squad left fans awestruck as they decimated arch-rivals Pakistan with an astonishing scoreline of 10-2 during a thrilling pool encounter on Saturday night.
This historic victory marked India’s most significant triumph over Pakistan, further solidifying their unbeaten record in this storied rivalry. Earlier in the tournament, India showcased their prowess by defeating the defending Asian Games champions, Japan, with a score of 4-2.
This resounding 10-2 victory secured India’s place in the men’s semifinals, scheduled for October 4. India’s final pool match awaits them against Bangladesh on Monday, October 2.
Leading by example, India’s captain, Harmanpreet Singh, showcased his prowess by netting four goals. Varun Kumar contributed with two goals, while Mandeep Singh, Sumit, Shamsher Singh, and Lalit Kumar Upadhyay each added one goal to the tally. Pakistan’s goals came from Muhammad Khan and Abdul Rana.
The stakes are high in the men’s and women’s hockey competitions, with the winners earning a coveted ticket to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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