India Beat Korea ClinHockey Asia Cup 2025: India Crush Korea 4–1, Lift Fourth Title and Seal World Cup Spotch Fourth Time Hockey Asia Cup 2025 Guaranteed Berth at the World Cup

Rajgir, Bihar | September 7, 2025 – The Indian men’s hockey team scripted history once again as they clinched their fourth Hockey Asia Cup title by defeating defending champions Korea 4–1 in a thrilling final. With this victory, Harmanpreet Singh-led India not only lifted the prestigious trophy but also secured a direct berth at the upcoming Hockey World Cup 2026.

The star of the night was Dilpreet Singh, who netted two goals, while Sukhjit Singh and Amit Rohidas added one each. For Korea, Son Dane managed to score a consolation goal late in the game.

🔥 Match Highlights:

• Dream Start for India: Captain Harmanpreet Singh’s precise pass in the very first minute set up Sukhjit Singh, who hammered in a stunning Tomahawk to put India 1–0 ahead.

• Missed Chance, Quick Redemption: India earned a penalty stroke in the 8th minute, but Jugraj Singh missed. However, Dilpreet Singh doubled the lead before the end of the second quarter with a well-crafted field goal.

• Defensive Stalemate in the Third Quarter: Both teams earned penalty corners but failed to convert, keeping the scoreboard unchanged.

• India’s Final Blow: Dilpreet scored his second, stretching the lead to 3–0. Rohidas later sealed the game with India’s fourth. Korea’s Son Dane scored from a penalty corner, but it was too late.

🏆 India’s Journey to Glory

With this triumph, India has now won the Asia Cup in 2003, 2007, 2017, and 2025, establishing themselves as one of the most dominant forces in Asian hockey. This victory also cements India’s growing reputation as a global contender ahead of the World Cup 2026.

Coach and captain hailed the performance, crediting India’s aggressive approach and strong defensive play.