~ Japan will strive for their first stage finish in the history of the tournament ~
Rajgir, 24 August 2025: The Japanese hockey team for men arrived late on Saturday evening in Bihar prior to the prestigious hero Asia Cup Rajgir, Bihar 2025. Despite the fact that he is a consistent competition, Japan finished five times in the history of the tournament, but still has to claim a stage finish. This time they will be determined to break the Jinx and to secure a top three place.
Currently in 18th place in the FIH world ranking, Japan is attracted to Pool A next to hosts India, China and Kazakhstan. They will start their campaign against Kazakhstan on August 29, before they are confronted with hosts India in what promises to be a high -voltage meeting on August 31. In their last polar match, Japan will compete against China on 1 September.
After the team’s arrival, the Japanese captain Raiki Fujishima stated: “We are delighted to be here in Rajgir for our very first tournament in this city. Our primary goal is to guarantee the qualification for the World Cup 2026 by winning the Asia Cup 2025, and because we are definitely playing to play for playing to play.
“Undoubtedly our most difficult test against India will be. They are the highest ranked team in this competition and will also have the advantage of strong home support. But we believe in our capacities, and we have faith in this time to break and end up on stage,” he concluded.
Competitions are live on Sony Sports Network. Hockey fans in the US, the VK, the Netherlands, Europe and North America can view the Hero Asia Cup Rajgir Bihar 2025 live on a watch. Hockey.
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