If you are looking for hockey asia cup 2022 live score, you are on the right place. This tournament is taking place in Indonesia and will have the best hockey players from around the world competing. Here are some important updates from the competition. First, India defeated South Korea in the ‘Super 4’ match. India is leading the group after the first quarter, and SV Sunil netted a goal. Moreover, Razie Rahim scored a hat-trick for Malaysia.
India beats South Korea in ‘Super 4’ match
The Hockey Asia Cup 2022 live score is now available on the official website. The match between the two Asian giants is now on and India is aiming to win the tournament. India is in a good position as they have won four of their previous five matches. However, Korea is in a better position as they are on a better goal difference.
After a 2-2 draw in their opening Group A match, India is now in the Super 4 stage of the tournament. They will face Korea on Tuesday in the final. Korea has a strong attack and India must match up well to win this match.
India takes 1-0 lead in first quarter
India took the lead in the first quarter thanks to a goal by Raj Kumar Pal after Uttam Singh opened up inside the circle. The Japanese defence did well to clear a Penalty Corner, but the Indian defence held on and India went into the second quarter with a 1-0 lead.
The first goal was crucial to India’s chances in the game. It also came after Japan’s Niwa was sent off at the end of the first quarter. Japan responded by getting three penalty corners but could not capitalize on them. India’s solid defense prevented the Japanese from taking advantage of the third penalty corner. India’s defense dominated the third period and ended the game with a 2-1 win.
SV Sunil scores
Hockey Asia Cup 2022: India’s SV Sunil scores in the semifinal. The Indian team was dominated by Malaysia for most of the first half, but India’s PC came in the second half. SV Sunil and Uttam Singh created a good chance for India on the right flank. SV Sunil played the ball inside the circle but without a receiver. The ball bounced and Malaysia goalkeeper Hafizuddin Othman saved it with his PC. The Indians were pushing in the second half and created more opportunities for themselves.
India has sent a young team to the Asia Cup as the main team is busy preparing for the FIH Pro League 2021-22. The team is led by veteran defender Birendra Lakra, while forward SV Sunil is the deputy captain. India has been classified in Pool A, with South Korea, Pakistan, and Japan. India has won the Asia Cup three times and South Korea have won it four times.
Razie Rahim scores hat-trick for Malaysia
Malaysia has equalised against India in the Hero Asia Cup 2022 match after Nilam and Razie Rahim scored their respective goals. Razie’s first goal is a drag flick to equalise the game and his second goal was a cross-skate to win the match for Malaysia. The game remained scoreless at the halftime and Malaysia had to make up for their poor performance in the first half by getting a penalty corner.
Malaysia has now won three out of their three matches in the hockey Asia Cup 2022 and are the only team without a loss. They have scored 20 goals and conceded five. They drew their last match against South Korea after falling behind two goals. India will now have to focus on defending their defence and stop Malaysia’s powerful attackers, especially Razie Rahim, who has scored nine goals in the competition so far.
India’s performance in second quarter
The second quarter was an important one for the Indian hockey team. They started off sluggishly, losing to Pakistan 1-1 before improving considerably in the Super 4 match against Japan. India also struggled against Indonesia but managed to beat them 16-0 to advance to the Super 4s. Then India had to beat Japan to reach the final.
The second quarter saw India come out stronger and start attacking moves. Japan earned back-to-back penalty corners, but India’s defense held firm and maintained its lead. India’s first rusher Yashdeep Siwach made a couple of fine saves to keep the game in its favor. The Indian team held on to a 1-0 lead until the halftime break, but Japan were in the zone and India were unable to capitalize on them.
Star Sports India is broadcasting the match in India
Asia Cup 2022 is the next edition of the prestigious hockey event in Asia. The first match is scheduled to be played on 27th August in Dubai, UAE. Six teams will play against each other in groups of two. The winners of each group will play in the Super 4 to determine the overall champions. The final match will be played on 11th September in Dubai. In India, all matches will be aired live on Star Sports and DD Sports. Alternatively, you can also watch them on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website.
The second match of the Asia Cup 2022 will feature India versus Japan. The game will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network’s First and Second Select/HD channels. If you’re unable to catch the live broadcast, you can also catch it on the Star Sports Hotstar app.
