Japan Beats Malaysia on Penalties to Reach Asian Hockey Champions Final

Japan advanced to the Asian Hockey Champions final after edging Malaysia in a dramatic penalty shootout. The match remained deadlocked after regular time, prompting a tie‑breaker that saw the Japanese side prevail. This victory guarantees Japan a spot in the tournament climax scheduled for November 5 in Mohali, India. The win also shifts focus to the other semi‑final, where India will take on South Korea later in the day. Organisers confirmed that the final will be played at the Mohali stadium in front of a capacity crowd, with both finalists eyeing the title.