Well before the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry became even a thing, the hockey rivalry between the neighbours was not just a big match for the two countries but also the marquee clash of world hockey.

India will aim to extend their unbeaten run at the Asian Champions Trophy when they face Pakistan in their final group stage match on Saturday. The Indian side is unbeaten in four games, winning each of them in emphatic fashion. Pakistan, with two wins and as many draws, are the only other unbeaten side in the competition.

India vs Pakistan has had an intense rivalry in men's hockey but India has dominated their head-to-head record in the last five meetings.

Former cricketer and analyst Aakash Chopra has suggested that chances of India traveling to Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025 are slim.

The Asian Champions Trophy semifinals will see India clash with Korea and Pakistan face off against China on Monday. With India as the only unbeaten team, the matches will be hosted at the scenic Moqi Hockey Training Base in China.

Bangladesh's recent clean sweep against Pakistan on their home turf has earned them significant respect in the Indian cricketing community.

In a tense match at the Asian Champions Trophy in Mogi, China, Indian and Pakistani hockey players clashed, intensifying their rivalry. India won 2-1, with Harmanpreet Singh scoring both goals. The altercation began after Waheed Ashraf Rana's challenge on Jugraj Singh.

The Indian hockey team continued its winning streak in the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy with a sensational win over Pakistan in its last league game on Saturday.