India hockey semifinal

Asian Games: India complete perfect group-stage run, set up Pakistan SF in men’s hockey

India complete perfect group-stage run in Pool A, set up semifinal against Pakistan in men’s hockey competition in the 2026 Asian Games in Kakamigahara, Japan, on Monday. Photo credit: Hockey India Image Source: IANS

India Storm Into Asian Games Hockey Semifinal After 10-0 Rout of Bangladesh

By IANS News September 29, 2026 • 08:28 AM View: 202

India marched into the men’s hockey semifinals of the 2026 Asian Games with a flawless group-stage record after the defending champions dismantled Bangladesh 10-0 on Monday to finish top of Pool A.

The Harmanpreet Singh-led side collected 15 points from five matches, winning every game in the pool and finishing their group campaign in emphatic fashion. Pakistan, who ended Pool B in second place with 12 points, now await India in what promises to be a high-profile semifinal clash.