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Punjab CM Announces Asian Hockey Champion Trophy 2026, India-Pakistan Clash on Nov 1
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 02:31 PM
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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann unveiled the schedule for the 2026 Asian Hockey Champion Trophy, confirming that the high‑profile India‑Pakistan match will be held on 1 November.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann formally released the programme for the Asian Hockey Champion Trophy 2026 during a press briefing today. The announcement detailed the tournament’s timeline and confirmed that the headline India‑Pakistan encounter is slated for 1 November.
The Asian Hockey Champion Trophy, organized by the Asian Hockey Federation, brings together the continent’s top national teams to compete for the title. While the full list of participating nations and venue details were not disclosed, the schedule release underscores the event’s growing importance in the region’s hockey calendar.
Officials highlighted that the India‑Pakistan clash, traditionally one of the sport’s most eagerly awaited fixtures, will attract significant viewership both domestically and across Asia. The CM’s statement emphasized the state’s commitment to promoting hockey and supporting the national team’s preparations ahead of the tournament.
Further updates on match venues, ticketing and broadcast arrangements are expected to follow as the tournament approaches.
The Asian Hockey Champion Trophy, organized by the Asian Hockey Federation, brings together the continent’s top national teams to compete for the title. While the full list of participating nations and venue details were not disclosed, the schedule release underscores the event’s growing importance in the region’s hockey calendar.
Officials highlighted that the India‑Pakistan clash, traditionally one of the sport’s most eagerly awaited fixtures, will attract significant viewership both domestically and across Asia. The CM’s statement emphasized the state’s commitment to promoting hockey and supporting the national team’s preparations ahead of the tournament.
Further updates on match venues, ticketing and broadcast arrangements are expected to follow as the tournament approaches.