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India Eyes Dominant Win Against Sri Lanka in Asian Games Hockey
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News18•21-09-2026, 10:30
India Eyes Dominant Win Against Sri Lanka in Asian Games Hockey
- •Defending champions India aim for another big win against lower-ranked Sri Lanka in their second Pool A match of the Asian Games men’s hockey competition.
- •India started their campaign with a commanding 13-1 victory over Indonesia, featuring eight different goal-scorers, including four from Dilpreet Singh.
- •The team's strong offensive performance saw them score 10 field goals against Indonesia, showcasing their lethal strike force.
- •The match against Sri Lanka is expected to be an easy win, allowing coach Craig Fulton to test all players before tough matches against South Korea and Japan.
- •The Asian Games offer India a chance to qualify directly for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and redeem themselves after a disappointing World Cup performance.
Key Questions Answered
Defending champions India started their campaign with a dominant 13-1 victory over Indonesia, featuring four field goals from striker Dilpreet Singh.
After playing Sri Lanka, India will face tough pool matches against South Korea on September 24 and hosts Japan on September 26.
Aside from defending their crown, the Indian team is aiming for a direct qualification to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics by winning the gold medal.
