Asian Games Hockey Triumph: Sports Minister Anurag Thakur's confidence in India's Asian Games Hockey Triumph
Chennai, August 13: Following a thrilling victory in the Asian Champions Trophy final, Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur is brimming with optimism, asserting that the Indian hockey team will secure its "highest-ever" medal in the upcoming Asian Games. In a sensational comeback, India overcame a two-goal deficit to clinch a riveting 4-3 win, cementing their status as the most successful team in the competition's history.
The triumph elevated India to the top spot in the Asian Champions Trophy, surpassing the three-time champions, Pakistan. Anurag Thakur, addressing the media after the match, emphasized that this is just the start and confidently predicted India's impressive performance in the Asian Games.
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He shared his sentiments in the aftermath of the intense final, stating, "What a final, just like I said before the match may the best team win and let us have a good final. We had a very thrilling final and the best team has won...this is just the beginning and I am sure in the Asian Games, Hockey is going to do well and India is going to win the highest-ever medal in the upcoming Asian Games," after India's victorious 4-3 triumph over Malaysia secured the Asian Champions Trophy.
Anurag Thakur also turned to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his excitement about the match, writing, "Watched a thriller of a final at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai! Take a bow, #MenInBlue. Trailing at 1-3 at halftime and winning a record 4th #AsianChampionsTrophy with 4-3 is truly surreal. The match kept us on the edge of the seats until the last moment. My heartiest congratulations to the team. You have snatched victory from the jaws of defeat. is thrilled on your victory!"
In another tweet, Anurag Thakur lauded the Indian team for their historic win, stating, "Kudos to #TeamIndia for clinching the Asian Championship trophy for the 4th. Every dribble, every goal, every moment showcased the spirit of our nation. Proud of our hockey warriors! A stellar performance against Malaysia that made the nation beam with pride."
- With inputs from agencies
