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Azlan Shah Hockey Cup

April 4 , 2019 2063 days 845 0
  • 17th Ranked South Korea defeated World number 5, India to win the 28th edition of Sultan Azlan Shah Hockey Cup which was held at Azlan Shah Stadium in Ipoh, Malaysia.
  • India lost the match by 4-2 in the penalty shootout.
  • It began in 1983 as a biennial contest.
  • The tournament became an annual event after 1998, following its growth and popularity.
  • The tournament is named after the ninth Yang di-Pertuan Agong (King) of Malaysia, Sultan Azlan Shah, an avid fan of field hockey.

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