India Thrash Bangladesh 13-0 in Record-Breaking Asian Champions Trophy Opener

India began their campaign in the 9th Hero Men’s Asian Champions Trophy 2026 in spectacular fashion, crushing Bangladesh 13-0 at the Olympian Surjit Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar. The emphatic victory marked India’s biggest-ever win over Bangladesh in the Asian Championship.

Captain Harmanpreet Singh spearheaded India’s commanding performance, converting two penalty corners into goals. The Indian team maintained relentless pressure throughout all four quarters, combining sharp attacking moves with clinical finishing to overwhelm their opponents.

Mandeep Singh emerged as one of the standout performers, scoring a hat-trick, while Dilpreet Singh and Hardik Singh contributed two goals each. India’s attacking unit capitalised on scoring opportunities to establish complete dominance in their opening fixture, despite missing a few chances.

In the other matches played on the opening day, Malaysia edged past China 5-4 in a closely contested encounter, while Japan secured a narrow 3-2 victory over South Korea.

Wednesday has been designated as a rest day. The competition will resume on Thursday, October 29, with India facing China, Malaysia taking on South Korea, and Bangladesh meeting Japan.

Hockey fans can follow the tournament through live radio commentary on Akashvani’s FM Rainbow channels and Jalandhar’s Primary Channel. Commentary will also be available for the semi-finals and the final.