India began their Asian Champions Trophy title defence with a 13-0 win over Bangladesh. Scroll down to read the full story. Defending champions India kick off their Men's Asian Champions Trophy 2026 campaign against Bangladesh at the Surjit Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar, Punjab. Led by Harmanpreet Singh, the Indian. Hosts and favourites India take on underdogs Bangladesh in their first preliminary round game of the Asian Champions Trophy.