India's Hockey Team Dominates South Korea with 8-0 Victory in Asian Champions Trophy

In a stunning display of skill, the Indian men's hockey team defeated South Korea 8-0 in the Asian Champions Trophy, marking their fifth consecutive win. With contributions from seven players, including two goals from Dilpreet Singh, India dominated the match and finished the league stage at the top of the standings. The team will face South Korea again in the semifinals, while Malaysia takes on Japan in the other match. Read on to discover the highlights of this remarkable victory.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 2, 2026, 23:55 IST

India's Impressive Performance at the Asian Champions Trophy

Jalandhar (Punjab) [India], November 2: The Indian men's hockey team showcased an outstanding performance at the Asian Champions Trophy, defeating South Korea with a staggering score of 8-0. This victory marks their fifth consecutive win, allowing them to secure the top position in the league standings.

In a display of offensive prowess, seven players contributed to the scoreline. Dilpreet Singh was particularly notable, netting two goals, while Jugraj Singh, Harmanpreet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, Sukhjeet Singh, Sanjay Rana, and Angad Bir Singh each added one goal, as reported by ESPN.

India started the match aggressively, taking the lead midway through the first quarter with a reverse hit from Dilpreet. Jugraj quickly followed up, converting a penalty corner after Vishnukant Singh kept the ball in play following a save from South Korean goalkeeper Kim Jaehyon.

Captain Harmanpreet then scored the third goal with a powerful drag-flick that left the goalkeeper with no chance.

After a scoreless second quarter, India resumed their offensive in the third. Shilanand capitalized on a rebound after Jugraj's penalty corner attempt was blocked. Shortly after, Aditya Lalage assisted Sukhjeet, who scored from close range, extending the lead to 5-0.

Sanjay added to the tally soon after, reacting swiftly to convert a rebound after Kim saved Dilpreet's shot.

India scored again towards the end of the third quarter when Sanjay's shot from the top of the circle was deflected into the net by Dilpreet, marking his second goal of the match.

Angad Bir capped off the emphatic win in the final minute, winning possession high up the pitch and scoring with a reverse hit that slipped under the advancing goalkeeper.

With this victory, India concluded the league stage with a perfect record of five wins, scoring a total of 34 goals while conceding only five.

India is set to face South Korea once more in the semifinal on Wednesday evening, while Malaysia will compete against Japan in the other semifinal.