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India Crushes Macau 8-1 in U-18 Ice Hockey Asia Cup

India defeated Macau 8-1 in the IIHF U18 Asia Cup ice hockey match. Captain Gurtej Singh Bhatti led the charge with four goals, while Ajay Dangi, Itfiqar Hussain, Tanzin Tashi, and Devansh Sharma each added one goal. The team maintained control across all three periods, showing strong composure and adaptability. India aims to carry this momentum into their remaining tournament fixtures in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

Key Points: India Beats Macau 8-1 in U-18 Ice Hockey Asia Cup

  • India beats Macau 8-1 in IIHF U18 Asia Cup
  • Captain Gurtej Singh Bhatti scores four goals
  • Ajay Dangi opens scoring, others add goals
  • Team aims to carry momentum into remaining fixtures
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India beat Macau (China) 8-1 in U-18 Ice Hockey Asia Cup

India dominates Macau 8-1 in IIHF U18 Asia Cup, with captain Gurtej Singh Bhatti scoring four goals. Team aims to carry momentum in remaining matches.

"We started with clear intent and maintained our pace through all three periods. - Gurtej Singh Bhatti"

New Delhi, May 1

India beat Macau 8-1 in the IIHF U18 Asia Cup, with captain Gurtej Singh Bhatti leading the charge while scoring four goals in the match.

India opened strongly and built an early lead, while staying in control through all three periods.

Ajay Dangi of Rajasthan opened the scoring for India, and with Bhatti scoring four goals, the team hit their stride as Itfiqar Hussain, Tanzin Tashi and Devansh Sharma added one goal each, according to a press release from IHAI.

"We started with clear intent and maintained our pace through all three periods. The team created good opportunities and capitalised well. A quick self-assessment and response to the situation helped us come even stronger in the third period. It's a strong result, but the focus is on staying consistent in the games ahead," Bhatti said.

Harjinder Singh, General Secretary of the Ice Hockey Association of India, appreciated the performance along with the team's progress at the international level.

"The victory against Macau is a bold statement of intent from this young Indian side. The team showed excellent composure and adaptability, maintaining strong control across all three periods. This win reflects not just skill, but also growing maturity and belief," he said.

The match was part of the IIHF U18 Asia Cup being held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, from April 27 to May 3 2026. The tournament features Ice Hockey teams from Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, Macau (China), and India.

Gaining confidence from this result, the Indian team aims to carry this momentum into their remaining fixtures.

- ANI

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Sarah B
This is genuinely exciting for Indian sports! 🇮🇳 Ice hockey isn't something we traditionally associate with India, but seeing U18 players representing us in an international tournament is a big step. The captain's four goals show real leadership, and the diverse lineup from Rajasthan to the northeast is a testament to our growing sports culture.
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Siddharth J
Let's be honest, Macau isn't exactly a powerhouse, but 8-1 is still impressive for a team that's barely been playing on the international stage. The real test will be against Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia—those countries live and breathe ice hockey. Hope we can keep the momentum going and maybe even qualify for something bigger! 🤞
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Varun X
Great result! But I wish the government and sports authorities would invest more in winter sports. Ladakh, Sikkim, and other cold regions have so much potential. We need proper coaching, ice rinks, and equipment. This win shows talent exists, but long-term support is what's missing. Harjinder Singh ji ka sadharan hai, lekin kya koi budget allocate hoga?
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Michael C
As a Canadian of Indian descent, I'm so proud of these players! 🇮🇳🇨🇦 Ice hockey is in my blood now, and seeing India's U18 team compete at this level is heartwarming. Bhatti's four goals are definitely something special. Hope this inspires more Indian-origin kids to take up the sport back home!
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Ravi K
Ice hockey in India? Now that's something you don't read every day. 😅 On a serious note, this is impressive! If we can

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