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Asian Games: ‘Belief in our structure helped us get over the line, says Mandeep after thriller vs Pakistan

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Asian Games: ‘Belief In Our Structure Helped Us Get Over The Line,' Says Mandeep After Thriller Vs Pakistan

By IANS News October 01, 2026 • 18:38 PM View: 169

Mandeep Singh: India forward Mandeep Singh said the team’s belief in its structure helped it overcome Pakistan’s fightback and clinch a dramatic 4-3 win in the men’s hockey semifinal at the Asian Games in Kakamigahara on Thursday.

India appeared to be in complete control after taking a 3-0 lead, but Pakistan fought back to level the score at 3-3 in the final quarter. Abhishek then scored the decisive goal with around 40 seconds remaining to send India into the final.

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