The Economic Times

Asian Games 2026: India beat Japan 3-1 to book women's hockey semifinal berth

India's women's hockey team achieved a significant win over Japan with a score of 3-1 in Pool B. They scored twice in the first half through Lalremsiami and Ishika to establish a strong lead. Navneet Kaur added another goal in the third quarter, demonstrating their competitive edge. Although Japan managed to score once in the fourth quarter, India maintained their advantage until the end.