Women’s Hockey Asia Cup: The Indian hockey team continued their winning streak at the Women’s Asia Cup 2025, defeating South Korea 4-2 in their first Super 4s clash. The Blue Tigress defeated South Korea 4-2 at the Gongshu Canal Sports Park Stadium in China.
With this win, the Indian side led by Salima Tete-led currently leads the Super 4s standings, surpassing host nation China on goal difference.India’s victory over Korea came through goals from Vaishnavi Phalke, Sangita Kumari, Lalremsiami, and Rutuja Pisal. Korea’s Kim Yujin scored both of her side’s goals via penalty corners, but it wasn’t enough to dent India’s attacking momentum.
India’s Dominant Run at Women’s Hockey Asia Cup
India entered the Super 4s stage in a commanding fashion. While they thrashed Thailand and Singapore to post convincing wins, they drew with Japan. They finished on top of Pool B with seven points and an astonishing +23 goal difference, highlighting their attacking depth and defensive solidity.
- India 11-0 Thailand
- India 2-2 Japan
- India 12-0 Singapore
The Battle of Super 4s
The top two teams from each group qualify for the Super 4s stage of the Women’s Hockey Asia Cup. Each team play the other sides once in a round-robin format. The top two teams then clash in the final.
After defeating South Korea, India now faces China in the next in the Super 4 stage. China also made a winning start to the Super 4s, beating Japan 2-0. However, India has the upper hand on account of massive goal difference.
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India vs China: Head-to-Head
The two teams have a long and competitive history. In their 49 previous encounters, China leads the head-to-head 30-16, with six matches ending in draws.
Earlier this year, China defeated India twice in the FIH Pro League- 3-0 and 3-2- handing India a tough series that ultimately saw them finish last in the standings and get relegated to the Nations Cup. That setback, however, has only sharpened the resolve of the current squad.
- China Wins: 30
- India Wins: 16
- Draws: 6
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What’s at Stake
A win against China would all but guarantee India a place in the final and move them one step closer to the World Cup. A draw would still keep their hopes alive, depending on results against Japan in their final Super 4s match.
Importantly, only the winner of the Asia Cup will earn automatic qualification for the 2026 FIH Women’s World Cup, scheduled to be held in Belgium and the Netherlands.
Indian coach Harendra Singh has backed his team to rise to the challenge: “We’ve shown great discipline, unity, and attacking intent. China will be tough, but we are prepared. The girls know what’s at stake- a place in the final and a shot at the World Cup.”
