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India Beat South Korea 4-1 to Lift Asia Cup, Clinch 2026 World Cup Berth

The result ends an eight-year title drought to confirm India's direct berth at the 2026 World Cup.

Overview

  • Sukhjeet Singh scored inside the first minute, Dilpreet Singh struck twice, and Amit Rohidas converted a penalty corner as Korea’s Dain Son pulled one back late.
  • Dilpreet Singh was named Player of the Match for leading India’s attack in the Rajgir final.
  • India completed an unbeaten campaign, dropping points only in an earlier 2-2 Super 4s draw with South Korea.
  • This is India’s fourth Asia Cup crown and first since 2017, placing them behind record five-time winners South Korea.
  • Hockey India announced rewards of ₹3 lakh per player and ₹1.5 lakh for support staff, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders publicly congratulated the team.