 "Harmanpreet Singh-led India take on China in the final of the Men's Asian Champions Trophy. Image: Hockey India")
India will target a a record-extending fifth Asian Champions Trophy title, in their sixth final appearance, when they take on hosts China in the hockey tournament’s final on Tuesday.
The Men in Blue booked their place in the title match after brushing aside South Korea in a 4-1 win in the second semi-final on Monday, while the hosts stunned three-time champions Pakistan 2-0 in a penalty shoot-out after the game finished 1-1 in normal time.
India, the bronze medallists at the Paris Olympics, were pre-tournament favourites and have proved that billing with an unbeaten run in the competition.
However, China’s win over Pakistan came as a surprise as the Green Shirts were left to rue a string of missed chances in front of goal - including four in the shoot-out.
First-time finalists China will relish their chances in front of a partisan home crowd in the remote northeastern city of Hulunbuir, which lies in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region.
India will be oozing confidence after their earlier win over China in the round-robin stage and a perfect record.
India vs China hockey: Head-to-head record
Matches: 23
India won: 17
China won: 3
Draws: 3
Last match: The last time India played China was in this competition with the Harmanpreet Singh-led side winning 3-0.
When is India vs China in the Asian Champions Trophy hockey final?
The India vs China match in the Asian Champions Trophy hockey final will take place on 17 September (Tuesday). It will start at 3:30pm IST.
Where to watch India vs China in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024?
India vs China in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 final will be broadcast on the Sony Sports Ten 1 and Ten 1 HD channels. The match can also be live streamed on the SonyLIV app and website.