Having started just a decade ago, the Men’s Hockey Asian Champions Trophy is gearing up for its 8th edition. The tournament will kick off on Sunday, September 8, 2024, in Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia, China, featuring six teams, including reigning champions India.
Participating teams in the ACT
This year’s competition will see India joined by China, Pakistan, Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea as they battle for the title.
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Which country has the most titles?
India holds the record for the most championships in the tournament’s history, with four victories. Pakistan has claimed the trophy three times, and South Korea has won once. Notably, in 2018, India and Pakistan were declared joint champions after the final was cancelled due to bad weather.
| Year | Winner | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | India | Pakistan |
| 2012 | Pakistan | India |
| 2013 | Pakistan | Japan |
| 2016 | India | Pakistan |
| 2018 | India and Pakistan (joint winners) | – |
| 2021 | South Korea | Japan |
| 2023 | India | Malaysia |
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