India kicked off their Asian Champions Trophy title defense with a commanding 3-0 victory over the host team in Hulunbuir, China. Sukhjeet Singh, Uttam Singh, and Abhishek each scored in the first three quarters to secure the win. This victory marks India’s fourth Asian Champions Trophy title, cementing their dominance in the tournament.
India started their Asian Champions Trophy campaign with a convincing 2-0 victory over hosts China. Goals from Sukhjeet Singh and Uttam Singh secured the win for the defending champions, who are looking to extend their dominance in the tournament. This match marks the beginning of India’s new Olympic cycle, with the team aiming for glory at the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
India, the reigning champion, will look to defend its title at the 8th Asian Champions Trophy in Hulunbuir, China. The tournament features six teams competing in a round-robin format, culminating in semifinals and the final on September 17th. India, fresh off a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, will face tough competition from rivals like Pakistan, China, and South Korea.
This article explores the legacy of Major Dhyan Chand, the legendary Indian hockey player, through a rare video interview. The interview reveals how foreign countries used footage of Indian players to learn and improve their own hockey skills, highlighting Dhyan Chand’s immense impact on the sport’s global development.
A packed day of events awaits, from high-level diplomatic talks to sporting clashes. The Abu Dhabi Crown Prince visits India for bilateral discussions, while protests continue in West Bengal following a doctor’s murder. The Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament kicks off with India facing Pakistan on September 14th. Plus, learn about Randhir Singh’s historic appointment and Spanish Prime Minister’s visit to China.
A candlelight vigil will be held outside the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on Wednesday night, honoring hockey star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, who were tragically killed in a bicycle accident last week. The memorial at the Saddledome continues to grow, with fans leaving tributes, flowers, and jerseys. Meanwhile, the Columbus Blue Jackets will host a similar vigil in remembrance of the brothers.
Tahir Zaman, a former Olympian, has been appointed as the head coach of the Pakistan hockey team for the upcoming Asian Champions Trophy. This comes after the previous coach, Roelant Oltmans, declined a short-term contract. The appointment comes amidst challenges for the team, including funding issues and reported tensions within the squad.
The Indian men’s hockey team, fresh off their second consecutive Olympic bronze medal, is gearing up for the Asian Champions Trophy in China. Captain Harmanpreet Singh emphasizes the need to move on from the Olympic success and focus on the upcoming challenge, while vice-captain Vivek Sagar Prasad highlights the team’s excitement to integrate new players and build towards a successful title defense.
The 8th Women’s Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament will be held in Rajgir, Bihar, India from November 11-20. Defending champions India will compete against China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand in this prestigious event.
The 8th Women’s Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament will be held in Rajgir, Bihar from November 11-20. This event, a joint venture between Hockey India and the Bihar government, will see India defend their title against strong contenders like China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, and Thailand.
