Thrilling 2-2 Draw Between India and Korea in Asia Cup Super 4s Opens New Chapter

The Indian men’s hockey team and Korea fought to a thrilling 2-2 draw in their opening Super 4s match at the Hero Men’s Asia Cup Rajgir Bihar 2025 on Thursday.

Match Highlights

• Korea took an early lead in the 12th minute with a sharp attacking goal.
• India equalized in the 20th minute through captain Arjun Singh’s well-worked strike.
• In the second half, Korea regained the advantage with a clinical finish in the 48th minute.
• Indian forward Rohan Mehta scored a crucial equalizer in the 58th minute, ensuring the points were shared.
• Both goalkeepers made several key saves, maintaining the scoreline at 2-2.

Coaches’ Comments

Indian coach Rajiv Kumar praised his team’s resilience: “The players showed great character to come back twice and secure a valuable point on home soil. This performance sets a positive tone for the remaining matches.”

Korean coach Lee Joon remarked, “It was a tough game. Both sides had chances, and a draw is a fair result given the competitive nature of the match.”

Looking Ahead

This result keeps both India and Korea in strong contention for a place in the final, raising the stakes for the upcoming fixtures in the Super 4s. Fans at the Rajgir stadium showed mixed emotions but applauded the exciting display of skill and determination from both teams.

With only a few matches left in this stage, every point matters. Both sides will aim to build on this performance as the tournament continues.

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