India won the 5th title of Men’s Asian Champions in Hockey after defeating the host China by 1-0 on September 17, 2024, in Hulunbuir, China. Jugraj Singh was the only goal scorer of the match, which he scored in the 51st minute to help India win the final to seal the fifth title.
History of the Men’s Asian Champions Trophy in Hockey
The Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) created the Men’s Asian Champions Trophy in hockey in 2011 to advance field hockey throughout Asia. The tournament aims to give the top six Asian teams a competitive stage, develop their skills, and ignite regional rivalries. Over the years, the tournament has gained prominence and stature, becoming an important fixture on the Asian hockey schedule.
Founding Reason
The primary reason for founding the Asian Champions Trophy was to create a high-level competition to help Asian teams prepare for global tournaments like the World Cup and the Olympics. By facing off against the best teams in the region, players gain valuable experience and exposure, which is crucial for their development and the overall growth of hockey in Asia.
Winners and Runners-Up
Below is a detailed table of the winners and runners-up of the Men’s Asian Champions Trophy from its inception in 2011 to 2024:
| Year | Host City | Winner | Score | Runner-Up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Ordos, China | India | 0–0 (4–2 s.o.) | Pakistan |
| 2012 | Doha, Qatar | Pakistan | 5–4 | India |
| 2013 | Kakamigahara, Japan | Pakistan | 3–1 | Japan |
| 2016 | Kuantan, Malaysia | India | 3–2 | Pakistan |
| 2018 | Muscat, Oman | India and Pakistan (Joint Winners) | – | – |
| 2021 | Dhaka, Bangladesh | South Korea | 3–3 (4–2 s.o.) | Japan |
| 2023 | Chennai, India | India | 4–3 | Malaysia |
| 2024 | Hulunbuir, China | India | 1–0 | China |
The Indian Hockey team has been the best Asian side and also the best team in the Olympics, winning 8 Golds, one silver, and three Bronze medals till now. Read more about the Indian performance in the Olympics. The link is below.
https://crpatinews.info/hockey/list-of-olympics-medal-winners-in-hockey-check-out-how-many-times-india-won-gold-in-the-olympics/: All Winners of Men’s Asian Champions Trophy in Hockey: India Won 2024 TitleRead More Sports Related News on CrPatinews.Info
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