India retain Men's Junior Asia Cup hockey title, beating Pakistan 5-3
On 4 December 2024, in Muscat, Oman, India beat Pakistan 5-3 in the final of the Men's Junior Asia Cup to retain the title.
Summary
On 4 December 2024, in Muscat, Oman, the Indian junior men's hockey team beat Pakistan 5-3 in the final of the Men's Junior Asia Cup to defend its title. Araijeet Singh Hundal scored four goals and Dilraj Singh one. It was India's record fifth title, after 2023, 2015, 2008 and 2004. Hockey India announced Rs 2 lakh for each player and Rs 1 lakh for each support staff member.
Key facts
- Date / place
- 4 Dec 2024, Muscat, Oman
- Final
- India 5-3 Pakistan
- Top scorer in final
- Araijeet Singh Hundal (4 goals)
- Titles
- Record 5th (2004, 2008, 2015, 2023, 2024)
- Reward
- Rs 2 lakh per player
Practice MCQs 3 questions
Whom did India beat in the final of the Men's Junior Asia Cup hockey on 4 December 2024, and by what score?
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Correct answer: A — Pakistan, 5-3
Hockey India (4 Dec 2024): the Indian junior men's hockey team beat Pakistan 5-3 in the final of the Men's Junior Asia Cup in Muscat, Oman.
Which Indian player scored four goals in the Men's Junior Asia Cup final on 4 December 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Araijeet Singh Hundal
Hockey India (4 Dec 2024): Araijeet Singh Hundal (4', 18', 47', 54') scored four goals and Dilraj Singh (19') one in India's 5-3 win over Pakistan.
With the win on 4 December 2024, how many times has India won the Men's Junior Asia Cup?
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Correct answer: D — Five
Hockey India (4 Dec 2024): India has now won the tournament a record five times, including previous triumphs in 2023, 2015, 2008 and 2004.