Hero Men’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 Super 4: India Register Dominating Win Over Malaysia

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The Indian men’s hockey team registered a dominating 4-1 win over Malaysia in their second Super 4 stage match played at Rajgir Sports Complex, Rajgir on 4th September 2025.

Malaysia got off to an ideal start as Shafiq Hasan scored a brilliant field goal going past Krishna Pathak at the bottom corner in the 2nd minute of the game. Indian team did not create any opportunities as Malaysian defense solid enough. At the end of the first quarter, Malaysia led 1-0.

The second quarter began on a positive note with five penalty corners in a row. India converted from the fifth PC with save by Malaysian goalkeeper and then rebound shot by Manpreet Singh in 17th minute to level the scores at 1-1. A good pass from Shailand Lakra and first time shot by Sukhjeet Singh in 19th minute giving India 2-1 lead. Sukhjeet Singh was awarded 2-minute suspension. Shailand Lakra scored from brilliant pass from the edge of circle in the 24th minute to give the home team 3-1 scoreline. At the end of the first half, the scores remained 3-1 for Team India.

Malaysia began the third quarter on a good note with back-to-back penalty corners but it was defended brilliantly. India kept the ball superbly with ball possession keeping Malaysia under pressure. Jugraj Singh penalty corner hits the post before Vivek Sagar Prasad tapped during the 37th minute to give India commanding 4-1 lead. The Indian team showed great composure with positive moves not allowing any chances for Malaysian side. At the end of the 3rd quarter, India had a commanding 4-1 lead.

The fourth quarter did not see any action with Indian defence looking solid not allowing Malaysia any chances. Indian team got one or two chances but unable to convert into goals. India came back from behind to register 4-1 win.

With this win, India topped the points table including 1 win and 1 draw. India and Malaysia have 3 points each but due to better goal difference with +3, India is currently at the top of points table.

India will face China in their last Super 4 stage match on 6th September 2025. They would look to win that match and qualify for the finals.

 







India beat Malaysia by 4-1 in their Second Super 4 stage of Hero Men's Asia Hockey Cup 2025. 

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