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Defending Champions India To Face Malaysia In Women's Asian Champions Trophy Opener

By IANS News November 04, 2026 • 14:14 PM View: 27

Hockey India President Dr Dilip: Defending Champions India will kickstart their Women's Asian Champions Trophy campaign against Malaysia when the six-nation tournament kicks off on November 19 in Bhopal as the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) announced the schedule for the tournament.

Six teams - India, Japan, China, Malaysia, Thailand and South Korea - will compete for the continental title in what promises to be an exciting showcase of women's hockey. The continental tournament will take place at Bhopal’s new hockey stadium at the International Sports Complex in Nathu Barkheda.