17-Sep-2024 0
Indian Men Hockey Team successfully defended their Asian Champions Trophy title, clinching a hard-fought 1-0 victory over hosts China in the final at the Moqi Hockey Training Base, China Daur Ethnic Park, Hulunbuir today. Jugraj Singh scored decisive goal in the 51st minute, making India the most successful team in the history of the tournament with a record-extending five titles.
India also became the only team to win the title five times, having retained the trophy for the second consecutive edition after their triumph in 2023. India had previously achieved back-to-back titles in 2016 and 2018. Hockey India announced a cash prize of INR 3 lakhs for each player and INR 1.5 lakhs for each support staff member.
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