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India Clinch Narrow 4-3 Win over Pakistan to Enter Final of Men's Hockey at Asian Games
Abhishek scored with 45 seconds left after India squandered a 3-0 lead and survived Pakistan's comeback to book a final place.
- On Thursday, October 1, 2026, India defeated Pakistan 4-3 in the men's hockey semi-final at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, securing a place in the final.
- India established a 3-0 lead early, with captain Harmanpreet Singh converting two penalty corners and Sukhjeet Singh adding a field goal in the 23rd minute.
- Following the interval, Pakistan fought back with goals from Abu Mahmood in the 29th minute, Hannan Shahid in the 45th, and Waheed Rana in the 49th to level at 3-3.
- With 45 seconds remaining, Abhishek scored the winning goal, redirecting the ball past goalkeeper Ali Raza to secure India's place in the final.
- India will face the winner of the semi-final between South Korea and Malaysia in the Asian Games final, with the victory marking India's return to the gold-medal match.
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India defeated Pakistan 4-3 in the men's hockey semi-finals of the Asian Games 2026 to advance to the final. Harmanpreet Singh's two goals and Abhishek's decisive late strike helped India win the thrilling match. The Indian team will now face either South Korea or Malaysia for the gold medal on October 3rd.
Asian Games 2026: India edge arch-rivals Pakistan 4-3 in thriller to reach mens hockey final - The Tribune
Defending champions India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 4-3 in a thrilling semi-final to enter the final of the men's hockey event at the Asian Games 2026 on Thursday.
·Chandigarh, India
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India beat Pakistan 4-3 in Asian Games hockey semi-final after Abhishek scores with 49 seconds remaining
India edged Pakistan 4-3 in a thrilling Asian Games hockey semifinal, overcoming a late comeback after leading 3-0. Abhishek scored with just 49 seconds left to send Harmanpreet Singh’s side into the men’s hockey final.
·Noida, India
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