Defending champions India beat China 3-0 in Asian Champions Trophy opener

The Indian men's hockey team on Sunday started their title defense with a 3-0 win over China in the Asian Champions Trophy. Goals by Sukhjeet Singh, Uttam Singh, and Abhishek secured the victory. India will face Japan next. Other matches saw Malaysia and Pakistan drawing 2-2, while Japan and Korea ended in a thrilling 5-5 draw.