Asian Games 2026: India won gold in hockey by defeating Malaysia 5-1, became champion for the second consecutive time

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New Delhi: The Indian men's hockey team has created history in the Asian Games 2026. In the final, Team India defeated Malaysia 5-1 and captured the gold medal. The Indian team, which was undefeated in the entire tournament, has defended its gold medal in the Asian Games for the first time. With this victory, captain Harmanpreet Singh has become the first Indian captain to win gold in two consecutive Asian Games. Besides, India has also qualified for Olympics 2028.

India took the lead in the first quarter

Let us tell you, the final match started with a tough competition between the two teams. India played cautiously initially and then became aggressive. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored a powerful drag-flick on the penalty corner in the 11th minute to put India ahead 1-0. But three minutes later, Malaysia's Shelo Silverius scored a brilliant field goal to make the score 1-1.

Jugraj gave lead in the second quarter

In the second quarter, Malaysia tried to put pressure on India, but the Indian defense foiled it. In the 23rd minute, India got another penalty corner, on which Jugraj Singh made no mistake and put the ball straight into the net, giving India a 2-1 lead. This score remained till half time.

India's stormy game in the second half

After half time the Indian forward line did wonders. In the third quarter, India got a penalty stroke, on which vice-captain Hardik Singh beat the goalkeeper and made the score 3-1.

In the fourth quarter, India completely won the match. In the 54th minute, Abhishek made a brilliant run from the baseline and gave an accurate pass to Shilanand Lakra, which Lakra converted into a goal. After this, captain Harmanpreet scored another powerful drag-flick on the penalty corner in the 57th minute, making the score 5-1 and giving India a spectacular victory.

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