Highlights | India (3) - South Korea (2), Asia Champions Trophy 2023 Hockey Highlights: India Secure Narrow Win

Highlights | India Vs South Korea, Asia Champions Trophy 2023 2022-23 Hockey Highlights: With This Win, India Reclaimed The Top Spot In Points Table.

India set to face South Korea. (Image source: Twitter)

In a thrilling Asian Champions Trophy 2023 clash, India clinched a tense 3-2 win over South Korea. The match showcased intense action, with both teams displaying remarkable skills. India took the lead in the first quarter as Nilakanta capitalized on Sukhjeet's assist. However, South Korea swiftly equalized through Sunghhyun Kim. The second quarter saw Harmanpreet Singh's impressive dragflick, granting India a 2-1 lead. Mandeep Singh extended the advantage with a superb backhander goal in the third quarter. South Korea fought back in the final quarter, as Jihun Yang's dragflick found the net. India's defense held strong against South Korea's penalty corners, securing the narrow win. Krishan Bahadur Pathak's double save and well-coordinated plays were crucial. Ultimately, India's resilience and teamwork led them to a hard-earned victory in a captivating contest.

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08 August 2023

06:27 IST

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22:57 IST

India vs South Korea Hockey Live: India Claim Top Spot

In a gripping Asian Champions Trophy 2023 encounter, India edged past South Korea 3-2. The game was a showcase of intense back-and-forth action. India took the lead in the first quarter as Nilakanta scored off Sukhjeet's smart assist. South Korea swiftly responded, with Sunghhyun Kim equalizing. The second quarter saw Harmanpreet Singh's precise dragflick giving India a 2-1 lead. The third quarter extended India's lead with Mandeep Singh's deft backhand goal. In the final quarter, South Korea's Jihun Yang converted a dragflick, narrowing the gap to 3-2. Both teams fought hard, with South Korea attempting penalty corners and India's Krishan Bahadur Pathak making impressive saves. Ultimately, India held on to secure a well-earned victory, displaying excellent teamwork and resilience.

Live Score IND 3-2 South Korea