Dhaka (Bangladesh): India continued their domination against arch-rivals Pakistan in hockey as reigning Olympic bronze medallist registered a thumping 3-1 win in the Asian Champions Trophy 2021 match in Dhaka.
With one thumping win against minnows Bangladesh and a draw in the opening match against South Korea, India made a confident start and took a lead in the opening quarter with drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh converting the penalty corner giving the Olympic bronze medallist a 1-0 lead.
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Harmanpreet Singh converted the penalty corner giving the Olympic bronze medallist a 1-0 lead. Photo: Social media[/caption]
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India kept on putting pressure on the opponent's defence, but Pakistan somehow managed to save the onslaught. India enjoyed more possession, circle penetrations and shots on target, but failed to double their lead as Pakistan goal-keeper Mazhar Abbas made numerous saves. With a goalless second quarter, the first half of the match ended 1-0 in India's favour.
The third quarter ended with India leading the match by 2 goals to 1.[/caption]
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India remain unbeaten in the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy 2021 with two wins and one draw.[/caption]
India being the more dominant team wrapped up the match 3-1 to continue their domination over Pakistan. India have won 11 out of the last 12 matches against Pakistan and one match ended in a draw. India remain unbeaten in the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy 2021 with two wins and one draw.
-PTC News
