What coverage agrees on
All the reports agree that India beat Malaysia 3-1 in the Junior Asia Cup semi-final and advanced to the final. They also agree that Anmol Ekka scored twice and Vivek Lakra was recognized for important saves.
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India beats Malaysia to reach Junior Asia Cup final
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India beat Malaysia 3-1 in the first semi-final of the AHF Junior Asia Cup 2026 in Moqi, China.
Captain Anmol Ekka scored two goals from penalty corners.
Sukhvinder added the third goal for India.
Goalkeeper Vivek Lakra was named Player of the Match after key saves, including stopping a penalty stroke.
Why it mattersIndia’s win sends the defending champions into the final, shaping the title match and tournament outcome.
More context
Malaysia's only goal came from M Rahuul in the final minute.
India will face the winner of the Pakistan and South Korea match in the final.
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The final opponent is still not yet decided and will depend on the Pakistan-South Korea semi-final. The reports do not differ on the score or scorers, so any update would mainly affect the final matchup.
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The reports present a consistent account of India’s 3-1 semi-final win over Malaysia. They identify Anmol Ekka as the two-goal scorer, with Sukhvinder adding the third and Vivek Lakra earning Player of the Match. Malaysia’s goal is described as a late consolation, and India’s next opponent will come from the Pakistan-South Korea match. The coverage frames the result as a straightforward step into the final.
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India beat Malaysia as Anmol Ekka leads defending champions to fourth consecutive AHF Junior Men’s Asia Cup…
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The Hockey India report states that the Indian junior men's hockey team defeated Malaysia 3-1 in the first semi-final of the AHF Junior Asia Cup 2026 in Moqi, China. Captain Anmol Ekka scored two goals from penalty corners, and Sukhvinder added another, while goalkeeper Vivek Lakra earned Player of the Match honors for crucial saves. Malaysia's sole goal came from M Rahuul in the final minute, leaving India to face the winner of Pakistan and South Korea in the final.
Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2026: India beats Malaysia to qualify for final
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Sportstar reports that the Indian junior men's hockey team qualified for the final of the Men's Junior Asia Cup 2026 after a 3-1 victory against Malaysia in Moqi, China. Skipper Anmol Ekka scored twice and Sukhvinder scored once for the five-time champions. M. Rahuul provided the solitary goal for Malaysia. India advanced to the title clash to face the winner of the semifinal match between Pakistan and South Korea following a strong pool stage run.
Junior Hockey Asia Cup: India Outplay Malaysia 3-1 In Semifinal To Book Berth In Final
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ETV Bharat reports that the Indian junior men's hockey team defeated Malaysia 3-1 in the semi-final of the Junior Asia Cup 2026 in Moqi, China. Captain Anmol Ekka scored two goals and Sukhwinder scored one, while M. Rahul scored Malaysia's lone goal. Goalkeeper Vivek Lakra was awarded Player of the Match after making crucial saves, including stopping a penalty stroke. India will now face the winner of the Pakistan and South Korea match in the final.
Men's Hockey Junior Asia Cup 2026: India reaches final
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Khel Now reports that the Indian junior men's team beat Malaysia 3-1 in the first semi-final of the AHF Junior Asia Cup 2026 to reach the final. Captain Anmol Ekka scored two goals from penalty corners, Sukhvinder scored another, and M Rahuul scored a late consolation goal for Malaysia. Goalkeeper Vivek Lakra earned Player of the Match honors for vital saves, including stopping a penalty stroke. The defending champions will face the winner of the Pakistan and South Korea semi-final.