India started their Hockey Asia Cup 2025 campaign with a thrilling win against China. In the first match of the tournament, India defeated China 4-3, thanks to a brilliant hat-trick by captain Harmanpreet Singh and a goal from Jugraj Singh.
The match was full of excitement as both teams fought hard from the very beginning. India looked confident, but China gave a tough fight and did not allow the game to be one-sided.
Captain Harmanpreet Singh was the star of the evening. Known for his strong drag flicks, he scored three superb goals in penalty corners, showing why he is considered one of the best defenders and scorers in world hockey. Jugraj Singh also added one more goal for India, which turned out to be very important for the team.
On the other side, China showed great attacking skills. Their strikers managed to score three goals, keeping the pressure on India till the final whistle. At one stage, the score was very close, but India’s strong defense and Harmanpreet’s leadership helped them secure the victory.
This win is very important for India as it gives them confidence at the start of the Asia Cup. The tournament is expected to be very competitive, with strong teams like South Korea, Japan, and Malaysia also in the race.
India will now focus on their upcoming matches to continue their winning momentum and aim for the Asia Cup title
