Asian Champions Trophy 2024: India and Pakistan, two giants of field hockey, are all set to reignite their historic rivalry in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 on September 14. This match promises to be a thrilling encounter, as both teams remain unbeaten in the group stage and have already secured their spots in the semifinals. India, ranked 5th in the world, will be the favorites against 16th ranked Pakistan, but when it comes to this age old rivalry, anything can happen
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India vs Pakistan
The rivalry between India and Pakistan transcends just hockey – it’s a matter of pride for both nations. Over the years, the teams have faced each other a staggering 180 times in men’s hockey, with Pakistan having the upper hand historically. Pakistan has won 82 of those matches, while India has come out on top 66 times, with 32 matches ending in a draw or no result.
However, in recent years, India has dominated the matchup, winning 14 of the last 16 encounters since 2016. Pakistan’s last victory over India came in the South Asian Games final in 2016, where they edged out India 1-0. Since then, it has been all India, with their most recent meeting ending in a crushing 10-2 victory for India during the Asian Games 2023.
Recent Head-to-Head Performance
While Pakistan holds the historical advantage, India’s recent record against their arch rivals has been stellar. Here’s a quick look at their most recent encounters:
- September 30, 2023: India 10-2 Pakistan (Asian Games 2023)
- August 9, 2023: India 4-0 Pakistan (Asian Champions Trophy 2023)
- May 23, 2022: India 1-1 Pakistan (Asia Cup 2022)
- December 22, 2021: India 4-3 Pakistan (Asian Champions Trophy 2021)
- December 17, 2021: India 3-1 Pakistan (Asian Champions Trophy 2021)
Asian Champions Trophy Head-to-Head
When it comes to the Asian Champions Trophy, India has been the superior team. The two sides have met 11 times in this tournament, with India winning 7 matches. Pakistan has managed to win only 2 games, while 2 matches ended in a draw. India’s consistent dominance in this tournament further establishes them as the favorites for the upcoming match.
Pakistan’s Struggles in Recent Years
Pakistan’s hockey team has faced a decline in recent years, struggling to replicate their past successes. They failed to qualify for the Paris Olympics and didn’t make it to the 2023 Hockey World Cup. Despite these setbacks, Pakistan’s form in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 has been strong, with the team securing two wins and two draws to make it to the semifinals. This resurgence might give them the boost they need to challenge India in their upcoming clash.
With India riding high on a series of victories and Pakistan eager to break their 8-year winless streak against their neighbors, the stage is set for another epic chapter in this legendary rivalry. India’s superior recent form, combined with Pakistan’s hunger to bounce back, makes this match one to watch for all hockey fans. As these two teams face off on September 14, all eyes will be on them to see who will come out on top this time.
Will India continue their dominance, or will Pakistan finally end their drought? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 is about to witness a contest for the ages!
FAQs
When is the India vs Pakistan match in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024?
The match is scheduled for September 14, 2024
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