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Men’s Asia Cup Hockey Championship 2025: Malaysia Defeats Bangladesh 4-1, Korea Crushes Chinese Taipei 7-0

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The Men’s Asia Cup Hockey Championship 2025 opened with high-intensity matches today, as Malaysia delivered a strong performance to defeat Bangladesh 4-1 in the inaugural clash. The game, played in the morning session, saw Bangladesh make a surprising start with an early goal, but Malaysia quickly regrouped and dominated the rest of the encounter.

Men’s Asia Cup Hockey Championship 2025: Malaysia stuns Bangladesh with comeback win

Bangladesh shocked the Malaysian side when striker Ashraful Islam netted a goal in the opening minutes, giving his team an early advantage and a much-needed morale boost. However, Malaysia shifted gears soon after and took control with an aggressive style of play. Their passing, coordination, and striking ability overwhelmed the Bangladeshi defence.

By the end of the first quarter, Malaysia had leveled the score and then struck three more goals to secure a commanding lead. Bangladesh, unable to cope with Malaysia’s pace and attacking formations, failed to mount a comeback. The final blow came in the 54th minute when Syed Cholan scored Malaysia’s fourth and decisive goal.

Korea dominates Chinese Taipei in one-sided encounter

The second fixture of the day at the Rajgir International Sports Complex witnessed an even more dominant display. Korea showcased complete superiority, thrashing Chinese Taipei with a massive 7-0 victory. From start to finish, Korea’s attacking rhythm and defensive discipline left no room for their opponents to breathe.

Tournament kicks off with high-scoring encounters

With Malaysia’s 4-1 win and Korea’s 7-0 thrashing, the Men’s Asia Cup Hockey Championship 2025 has begun on a thrilling note. Both teams not only showcased their skill but also set a high standard for the competition. Fans can expect more intense clashes as the tournament progresses in Rajgir.

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