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Asian Games 2023: Indian Men's Hockey Team Looks To Improve PC Conversion Rate Against Singapore

Indian men's hockey team will be aiming to improve its penalty corner conversion rate when it squares off with lowly Singapore in a second pool A match of the Asian Games on Tuesday. Firm favourites India blanked lowly Uzbekistan 16-0 in their tournament opener on Sunday but the Harmanpreet Singh-led side knows that there is room for improvement. Especially, when it comes to penalty corners, Indian team has fluffed their chances despite possessing a potent bunch of drag-flickers. In skipper Harmanpreet, who was rested in the opening match, Varun Kumar, Amit Rohidas and Sanjay comprise a potent force in penalty corner force.

Holcombe win 5-2 at Southgate in the Men’s Premier Division with goals from Nick Bandurak (2), Phil Roper, Sam Taylor and Tom Russell; Holcombe Women beat Southgate 2-1 in Vitality Division One South through Emma Bandurak and Phoebe Steele goals

Holcombe Men made it two wins from two with another impressive victory at the weekend, winning at Southgate.

Asian Games 2023 Live Streaming September 24: When And Where To Watch Indians In Action

The Asian Games 2023 had an official start on Saturday with a mesmerising opening ceremony in Hangzhou, China. While several events have already started at the Asian Games 2023, the medal events will start from Sunday (September 24). The opening ceremony of Asian Games 2023 on Saturday kicked off with an artistic program with Chinese President Xi Jinping among the important guests. India's flag-bearers in the athletes' parade were men's hockey team captain, Harmanpreet Singh, and star boxer Lovlina Borgohain. The dress for the Indian contingent included a khaki textured saree for women and a khaki kurta for the male players. Later, Xi Jinping declared the Asian Games 2023 officially open. (Asian Games 2023 Medals Tally | Asian Games 2023 Full Schedule)

India Rout Uzbekistan 16-0 In Asian Games Men's Hockey Goalfest

Lalit Upadhyay, Varun Kumar and Mandeep Singh slammed a hat-trick each as India started their men's hockey campaign at the Asian Games with a 16-0 rout of lowly-ranked Uzbekistan here on Sunday. Ranked third in the world, India began the match as clear favourites against the world No. 66 Uzbeks and expectedly dominated the proceedings from start to finish in the Pool A match. Lalit (7th, 24th, 37th, 53rd) and Varun (12th, 36th, 50th, 52nd) fired in four goals each, while Mandeep (18th, 27th, 28th minutes) found the net thrice.

Asian Games 2023 Live Streaming September 24: When And Where To Watch Indians In Action

The Asian Games 2023 had an official start on Saturday with a mesmerising opening ceremony in Hangzhou, China. While several events have already started at the Asian Games 2023, the medal events will start from Sunday (September 24). The opening ceremony of Asian Games 2023 on Saturday kicked off with an artistic program with Chinese President Xi Jinping among the important guests. India's flag-bearers in the athletes' parade were men's hockey team captain, Harmanpreet Singh, and star boxer Lovlina Borgohain. The dress for the Indian contingent included a khaki textured saree for women and a khaki kurta for the male players. Later, Xi Jinping declared the Asian Games 2023 officially open. (Asian Games 2023 Medals Tally | Asian Games 2023 Full Schedule)

Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony: Here's All You Need To Know

The 19th Asian Games will get underway on Saturday, September 23 in Hangzhou, China. A total of 45 countries and territories from the continent will take part in 61 disciplines across 40 sports. India have sent a record contingent of 921 to take part in the Asian Games, including 655 athletes, 260 coaches and support staff. While multiple events have already kicked off since September 19, the opening ceremony on Saturday will officially mark the start of the 19th Asian Games. The opening ceremony has been primarily divided into three components, namely the artistic program, athlete parade of all participating nations, and the ceremonial lighting of the flame.

Asian Games: Indian Men's Hockey Team Start Olympic Berth Quest vs Uzbekistan

Eyes firmly trained on Paris Olympics berth, outright favouritesIndia would look to start their Asian Games campaign with a dominant win over lowly-ranked Uzbekistan in their opening Pool A match hon Sunday. Ranked third in the world, India are the highest-placed side in the continental showpiece and it would be a big disappointment if the Harmpanpreet Singh-led side fumbles at Asain Games.

Asian Games 2023 Full Schedule And Event List: All Sports Schedule And Timings

The much-anticipated Asian Games 2023 will kick-start from Saturday, September 23 in Hangzhou, China. India will be aiming to scale new heights at the Asian Games 2023 after registering their best-ever medal count during the 2018 edition of the event. The 19th edition of the Asian Games will witness a 655-member strong Indian team in action in 41 disciplines out of 61. The Asian Games 2023 will be played across 56 venues, with 481 gold medals on offer. All eyes will be on the Asian Games 2023 medal tally as the likes of Neeraj Chopra, the Indian hockey teams, the badminton duo on Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will be in action.

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Asian Games 2023: Indian Men's Hockey Team Looks To Improve PC Conversion Rate Against Singapore

Holcombe win 5-2 at Southgate in the Men’s Premier Division with goals from Nick Bandurak (2), Phil Roper, Sam Taylor and Tom Russell; Holcombe Women beat Southgate 2-1 in Vitality Division One South through Emma Bandurak and Phoebe Steele goals

Asian Games 2023 Live Streaming September 24: When And Where To Watch Indians In Action

India Rout Uzbekistan 16-0 In Asian Games Men's Hockey Goalfest

Asian Games 2023 Live Streaming September 24: When And Where To Watch Indians In Action

Asian Games 2023 Opening Ceremony: Here's All You Need To Know

Asian Games: Indian Men's Hockey Team Start Olympic Berth Quest vs Uzbekistan

Asian Games 2023 Full Schedule And Event List: All Sports Schedule And Timings