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The joy of winning

Published: 29 Dec 2012 - 03:09 am | Last Updated: 05 Feb 2022 - 10:22 pm

by Salim Matramkot

Pakistani players are seen celebrating winning the Asian Champions Trophy after beating arch-rivals India at Al Rayyan Stadium on Thursday.

Pakistan, four-time World Cup winners, beat the defending champions India 5-4 after a pulsating battle at the packed Al Rayyan Stadium.

The seven-day tournament - the first one of its kind - drew large crowds to the venue which wore a festive look with Pakistani and Indian fans sporting traditional dresses and flags. The event was organised by the Qatar Hockey Federation (QHF). The QHF also organises league every season drawing many Doha-based teams to their events.