India Celebrates Historic Double Gold in Hockey at Asian Games 2026

In a remarkable achievement, both the Indian men's and women's hockey teams secured gold medals at the 2026 Asian Games, marking a historic first for the nation. Pargat Singh celebrated this milestone, expressing hopes for continued success. The men's team triumphed over Malaysia with a 5-1 victory, while the women's team defeated China 1-0. This accomplishment not only highlights India's prowess in hockey but also adds to the nation's impressive medal tally at the Asian Games. Read on to explore the match highlights and the significance of this achievement for Indian sports.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 3, 2026, 21:37 IST

A Momentous Achievement for Indian Hockey

Pargat Singh, a former Indian hockey legend, praised both the men's and women's hockey teams for their remarkable double gold medal achievement at the 2026 Asian Games. He expressed that Indian hockey is experiencing a 'historic moment' and conveyed his hopes for continued blessings for the teams and the state of Punjab.

India's Historic Double Gold

The Indian men's hockey team secured the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games by defeating Malaysia 5-1 in the final match held on Saturday. This victory marks back-to-back gold medals for India at this prestigious event. The women's team also triumphed, winning 1-0 against China, making this the first occasion where both teams achieved gold medals at the Asian Games.

Pargat Singh took to social media to celebrate this achievement, stating, 'Indian hockey is witnessing a historic moment. For the first time since 1998, both our men’s and women’s teams reached the Asian Games finals. After 44 years, the women won GOLD, followed by another GOLD for the men. Heartiest congratulations to both teams. May Mata Rani’s blessings remain with us, and may the future bring greater success for Punjab and our nation.'

India's Medal Count

With this achievement, India has now accumulated a total of 85 medals at the Asian Games, which includes 21 gold, 27 silver, and 37 bronze medals. Additionally, India has qualified for the LA Olympics 2028.

The men's hockey team made history by defending its Asian Games gold medal for the first time, achieving consecutive titles in 2022 and 2026. This victory also marks India's fifth gold in men's hockey at the Asian Games, following wins in 1966, 1998, 2014, and 2022.

With this accomplishment, hockey joins kabaddi and cricket as the third Indian team sport to achieve a double-gold podium finish at the continental event.

Men's Final Match Highlights

India started strong, earning their first penalty corner in the 12th minute, which Harmanpreet Singh converted with a dragflick to take the lead.

Malaysia quickly equalized in the 14th minute when Shello Silverius scored from a tight angle, ending the first quarter at 1-1.

In the 23rd minute, Jugraj Singh restored India's lead with another penalty corner conversion, bringing the score to 2-1 at halftime.

India maintained possession in the third quarter but faced challenges in creating clear opportunities. However, they extended their lead in the 43rd minute with a penalty stroke converted by Hardik Singh, making it 3-1.

India continued to press for more goals, earning multiple penalty corners. In the 55th minute, Shilanand Lakra scored from close range, increasing the lead to 4-1.

Just two minutes later, Harmanpreet converted another penalty corner, sealing the match at 5-1 in the 57th minute.

India comfortably held on to their lead in the final moments, securing the gold medal.