India Tops Asia Cup Super 4s After 4-1 Win Over Malaysia

India's men's hockey team staged a resilient comeback to defeat Malaysia 4-1 in their second Super 4 match of the Asia Cup 2025 at Rajgir Hockey Stadium. Malaysia initially took an early lead with Shafiq Hassan scoring in the second minute, but India quickly regained control with goals from Manpreet Singh, Sukhjeet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, and Vivek Sagar Prasad. The victory placed India at the top of the Super 4 standings with four points from two matches, putting them close to securing a spot in the final, needing only a draw against China in their upcoming match. Captain Harmanpreet Singh celebrated a personal milestone by earning his 250th cap, while the team's defense, including key saves from Krishan Bahadur Pathak, helped maintain their advantage despite Malaysia's efforts. Malaysia played without key players Fitri Saari and Abu Kamal Azrai due to suspension and other reasons, which affected their performance. The win demonstrated India's attacking depth and solid defense, highlighting their strong position heading into the tournament's concluding stages.