India's men's hockey team secured a commanding 8-1 victory over Malaysia in the Asian Champions Trophy, marking their third consecutive win in the tournament. Raj Kumar Pal led the charge with a hat-trick, scoring in the 3rd, 25th, and 33rd minutes, while Araijeet Singh Hundal contributed two goals, and Harmanpreet Singh, Jugraj Singh, and Uttam Singh added to the tally. India dominated the match from the start, leading 5-0 by halftime. Malaysia managed a consolation goal from Akhimullah Anuar in the 34th minute, but India quickly responded with two more goals to seal the match. This victory solidifies India's position at the top of the table with nine points and confirms their semifinal qualification. The team's performance has reinforced their status as favorites to win the tournament.