Aichi-Nagoya, Oct. 2 -- India's T20I men's team captain Shreyas Iyer congratulated the Indian women's hockey team after they clinched the gold medal at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan on Friday.

The Indian women's hockey team produced a historic performance, defeating reigning Asian champions China 1-0 to clinch the gold medal and end a 44-year wait for an Asian Games. The gold medal also brings a significant reward for the Indian team, as the victory secures direct qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

In an X post following India's hockey gold, Iyer hailed the team's achievement as a proud moment for Indian sport and looked ahead to their participation at the LA Olympics.

"Congratulations to the Indian Wom...