India, Oct. 2 -- India ended a 44-year wait for women's hockey gold at the Asian Games as the Indian team edged defending champions China 1-0 in a tense final in Aichi-Nagoya on Friday, October 2. Lalremsiami's early strike proved decisive as India protected its narrow advantage through the remaining three quarters.

Savita Punia then produced a crucial save from a Chinese penalty stroke, ensuring India held on for a landmark continental title. The triumph also secured India women's hockey team a direct qualification spot for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

Asian Games 2026 Result Live: India vs China Hockey Highlights

India Women made the perfect start when Lalremsiami broke the deadlock in the 10th minute. A sharp reverse pass found th...