India Vs Pakistan Highlights, Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Match Today It’s been a while since this rivalry produced a contest worth the billing. But that changed on Saturday as title favourites India overcame historic arch-rivals Pakistan in their final pool-stage game of the Men’s Asia Champions Trophy Hockey in Moqi, China.
India registered a thrilling 2-1 victory against nemesis Pakistan in the much-awaited encounter. It was Captain Harmanpreet Singh’s (13′, 19′) brace that ensured India ended the league stage unbeaten and at the top of the points table. For Pakistan, Ahmad Nadeem (8′) scored the lone goal.
Before Monday’s semifinals – where India will face Korea while Pakistan will take on hosts China – this would be a much-needed wake-up call for Craig Fulton’s side. Read more by Mihir Vasavda in his match report here.
The Indians had been in red-hot form in the tournament being played at the picturesque venue in Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. In their four matches previously, they have smashed in 19 goals while only conceding three in four successive wins. On Thurdday, India overcame South Korea 3-1 to stay top of the standings and secure a semi-final spot.
Ammad Butt’s side had been in decent form too, recording three wins in four matches, including a 5-1 thrashing of China in their previous outing. However, they were defeated by the brilliance of Harmanpreet, who has led the goal-scoring charts for India once more.
Both teams were already through to the semifinals.
Scroll below for recap of the IND vs PAK Asian Champions Trophy hockey match
