# India Hockey Machine Crushes Japan, Advances!

URL: https://technosports.co.in/india-hockey-machine-crushes-japan-advances/  
Published: 2026-09-26  
Updated: 2026-09-26  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

India’s golden run continues! A 2-0 masterclass against Japan secures a semi-final berth at the 2026 Asian Games. Abhishek struck early, while captain Harmanpreet Singh’s thunderous flick sealed the deal. Despite Japan’s relentless pressure, India’s defense held firm, keeping their perfect record intact. Shoutout to Sanjay for marking his 100th cap in style. The road to gold remains wide open!