Asian Games 2023: In a historic match at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, the Indian hockey team achieved their most significant victory over Pakistan. India triumphed with a remarkable score of 10-2, marking the first instance in their rivalry that one team has scored ten goals in a hockey game.
In the extensive history of their rivalry, India’s win with a 10-2 margin against Pakistan stands as their most significant victory. The prior record was a 7-1 win in the 2017 World League semi-final in London. This victory also holds the distinction of being the largest win in any India-Pakistan encounter, as Pakistan’s most substantial victory over India was also 7-1, achieved twice in the 1980 Champions Trophy in Karachi and the 1982 Asian Games final in Delhi.
India scripts historic victory
In the match, India quickly secured an early goal as Mandeep Singh tapped in after an adept team maneuver. Captain Harmanpreet Singh extended India’s lead with a penalty corner goal early in the third quarter, while Gujrant’s deflected shot ensured India went into halftime with a commanding 4-0 lead.
Harmanpreet continued his stellar performance with another penalty corner and a penalty stroke goal in the third quarter, amassing four goals for the night. Samsher Singh and Varun Kumar also contributed to India’s score, while Pakistan managed two consolation goals from penalty corners.
Lalit Kumar’s goal and a penalty corner conversion by Varun, in Harmanpreet’s absence, elevated India’s tally to 10 for the night. This remarkable game will be etched in the memories of Indian fans and celebrated as a historic moment in Indian hockey.
One of the biggest triumphs of India
India has demonstrated exceptional scoring prowess, surpassing 10 goals in three out of their four games, including resounding victories against Uzbekistan (16-0) and Singapore (13-0). Pakistan now confronts a daunting challenge to secure a spot in the semifinals, facing a critical match against Japan that is essentially a knockout situation.
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