Sri Lanka made a winning start in the 2026 Asian Games Men’s Hockey Qualifiers, defeating Uzbekistan in their opening match today.
The tournament is currently being held in Bangkok, Thailand, with this clash marking the third game of the competition.
Sri Lanka took control early, heading into halftime with a 2-0 lead after a solid first-half performance. Both teams found the net once in the second half, but Sri Lanka maintained their dominance throughout the game.
In the end, Sri Lanka sealed a convincing 3-1 victory to kick off their campaign in style.
Goalkeeper Tharindu Heendeniya was named the Player of the Match for his outstanding performance between the posts.
Sri Lanka will next face Bangladesh tomorrow as they look to continue their winning momentum.
