India vs Bangladesh Hockey, Asian Champions Trophy 2026: Reigning champions India thrashed underdogs Bangladesh 13-0 in their first preliminary round game of the Asian Champions Trophy. Hosts and favourites India take on underdogs Bangladesh in their first preliminary round game of the Asian Champions Trophy. India began their Asian Champions Trophy 2026 title defence with a 13-0 win over Bangladesh. The game also saw Nilakanta Sharma announce his international retirement.