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Asia Cup Hockey Starts Friday in Rajgir With World Cup Berth at Stake

India face China at 3 pm IST in pools reshuffled by Pakistan and Oman withdrawals.

Overview

  • Hockey India has opened free entry for all matches, with digital tickets available via Ticketgenie and the Hockey India app.
  • Bangladesh and Kazakhstan were drafted in after Pakistan cited security concerns and Oman pulled out for personal reasons.
  • Eight teams are split into two groups, with the top two from each advancing to a Super 4s round before the September 7 final.
  • Telecast will be on Sony Sports Network with streaming on SonyLiv for viewers in India.
  • Harmanpreet Singh leads a full-strength Indian squad as coach Craig Fulton backs experience following a poor Pro League run.