Kakamigahara (Japan), June 3 -- The Indian U-18 Men's Hockey Team produced a clinical display against Chinese Taipei, registering a commanding 13-1 victory in its last Pool A matchof the U-18 Asia Cup 2026 here on Wednesday.
The emphatic win ensured India sealed their place in the semifinals.
India ended their pool engagements with wins against Kazakhstan, Korea and Chinese Taipei, while losing to hosts Japan. It gave them nine points from four matches.
The team's attacking prowess was on full display against Chinese Taipei, with Ashish Tani Purti as the standout performer with his hat-trick (27', 35', 42'), while Gazee Khan (40', 44'), Siddharth Ben (30', 52') and Rahul Yadav (20', 54') each struck twice.
Meanwhile, Karan Gautam (7'), ...