India vs Indonesia — Women’s Hockey | Asian Games 2026 Day 3
India vs Indonesia — Women’s Hockey | Asian Games 2026 Day 3
Date: September 21, 2026 (Day 3) | Time: 9:30 AM IST | Venue: Nagoya, Japan
| Team | Goals | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | — | Results Pending |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | — |
Match Preview
India’s Women’s Hockey team enters Day 3 of the Asian Games 2026 on the back of a stunning 19–0 demolition of Uzbekistan. The defending champions are in ruthless form and will be looking to continue their dominance when they face Indonesia in the pool stage.
Indonesia, playing in their first major tournament appearance at this level in women’s hockey, will look to put up a spirited fight despite being massive underdogs. Their young squad has been praised for their improving technical skills, but India’s firepower will be a completely different challenge.
India captain Savita Punia leads a side full of experienced campaigners including Vandana Katariya and Navneet Kaur. With their eyes on gold, every match is a chance to fine-tune their attacking combinations ahead of the knockout stages.
Head-to-Head & Tournament Context
India and Indonesia have rarely met at major hockey tournaments, with India holding a commanding record in every previous encounter. The Indian team has been the dominant force in Asian women’s hockey for decades, winning gold at the 2022 Asian Games as well.
For Indonesia, this match is about gaining experience at the highest level. Asian Games 2026 in Nagoya marks a new chapter for Indonesian women’s hockey, with the team having worked hard under their new coaching setup to qualify for the tournament.
📍 Follow this page for live score updates as they happen during the match on September 21.
India Women’s Hockey — Key Players to Watch
| Player | Position | Why to Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Savita Punia | Goalkeeper / Captain | World-class shot-stopper, leads from the front |
| Vandana Katariya | Forward | India’s all-time leading scorer in international hockey |
| Navneet Kaur | Forward | Explosive pace on the left flank |
| Deep Grace Ekka | Defender | Solid in the circle, crucial in set pieces |
About Women’s Hockey at Asian Games 2026
Women’s Field Hockey at the Asian Games 2026 features eight of Asia’s top national teams competing across pool stages and knockout rounds. India, China, Japan, and South Korea are considered the frontrunners for medals, with the final expected to feature at least two of these four powerhouses.
The tournament format sees teams play round-robin matches in pool stages before the top teams advance to semifinals and the gold medal match. Every pool result matters for seeding and potential matchups in the knockouts.
