Rajgir: Day 2 of the Hero Asia Cup in Rajgir delivered a spectacle of contrasting contests as Pool B took centre stage, producing 16 goals across two matches. Bangladesh blew away Chinese Taipei with a blistering second-half performance, while Malaysia pulled off a statement win against tournament heavyweights Korea.
In the opening game, Bangladesh overcame a nervy start to record an emphatic 8-3 victory. The first half was finely balanced at 2-2, with Chinese Taipei showing grit and discipline. But Bangladesh returned with renewed intent after the break, unleashing a ruthless attacking display that yielded six goals and secured their first win of the tournament.
The second clash of the day saw Malaysia upset Korea in a high-stakes battle. With the score level at 1-1 by half-time, Malaysia displayed clinical finishing in the second half, scoring three unanswered goals to seal a 4-1 triumph. The result not only boosted Malaysia’s confidence but also threw Pool B wide open, putting them in strong contention for progression.
Day 2 summary:
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2 matches played
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16 goals scored
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Bangladesh’s firepower and Malaysia’s statement win headline Pool B action
The tournament now shifts back to Pool A on Sunday with two matches lined up: China take on Kazakhstan at 13:00, followed by hosts India facing Japan at 15:00 in a contest that promises fireworks.
