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India Clinches Asia Cup, Books 2026 Hockey World Cup Berth

Team leaders dedicate the triumph to flood-hit communities, honoring frontline responders.

FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup
Hockey team's captain Harmanpreet Singh thanks the cheering crowd at the Bihar Sports University Hockey Stadium in Rajgir Sports Complex.
Photo: IANS

Overview

  • India beat defending champions South Korea 4-1 in Rajgir to close an unbeaten run of five wins and a draw.
  • The victory delivers India a direct place at the 2026 FIH Men’s World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands.
  • It is India’s fourth Asia Cup title, following previous wins in 2003, 2007 and 2017.
  • Captain Harmanpreet Singh said the win is for flood victims nationwide, saluting the Indian Army, NDRF, rescue volunteers and frontline workers.
  • Former captain Manpreet Singh dedicated the result to people in flood-hit Punjab, while Harmanpreet and coach Craig Fulton said preparations now pivot to the World Cup after navigating seven matches in ten days.