Asian Games hockey: Indian women look to end Chinese domination
The Indian women's hockey team is set to face China in the Asian Games final, aiming to overcome a history of recent losses against the Chinese side. Despite China being the favorite, India's improved performance in recent international tournaments makes the outcome competitive.
Why it matters
Reflects the rising competitiveness of Indian women's sports on the continental stage.
The last time India and China played each other in the Asian Games in 2023, the latter won 4-0, its biggest win on this stage. On Friday, when the two teams face off again in the final here, India will have a chance to not only avenge the defeat but also prove that the gap between the two sides is well and truly closing.
The last time India beat China in a major competition was at the 2024 Asian Champions Trophy back home. That was a largely inexperienced Chinese side, in transition after the high of Paris Olympics silver. Since then, however, the two sides have faced off five times, China winning four of those and the last being a 2-2 draw in the recent World Cup.
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