India’s men’s hockey team will face South Korea in the Asian Games gold-medal match at Aichi-Nagoya, after beating Malaysia in the semifinal to reach the final.

This is what we know so far: India entered the tournament among the favourites and kept their campaign on track with the semifinal win. South Korea, known for speed and counter-attacking hockey, stand between India and the gold.

The final continues a long rivalry between the two sides at Asian Games and continental championships, with several memorable encounters in the past. A gold would be a major boost for Indian hockey ahead of future international commitments.

What to watch: India’s attack against Korea’s pace, the penalty-corner battle, and how the team handles final pressure after a strong tournament run.

The match timings and broadcast details will be announced by the organisers. Fans back home will be hoping the men’s team can match the success of India’s record-breaking shooters at the Games.