The Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, the People’s Republic of China, have been nothing short of spectacular. India is showcasing their prowess in various sporting disciplines. This event has captured the hearts of sports enthusiasts around the world and with good reason. India had already made a remarkable performance and achievements in the Asian Games 2023, with a focus on upcoming key events, and medal prospects.
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Volleyball
The Indian men’s volleyball team will face their arch-rivals, Pakistan, in a thrilling 5th-6th playoff match. This high-stakes encounter is not just a game; it was a battle for pride and supremacy.
Squash
Another highlight of the Asian Games 2023 Day 3 will be the clash between the Indian and Pakistan squash teams in the group stages. The rivalry between these two nations adds an extra layer of excitement to every encounter.
Shooting
India’s shooting team, a consistent performer in international competitions, continued to shine in Hangzhou. The 10m air rifle mixed team event presented a golden opportunity for India to add more medals to its tally.
Fencing
The mention of fencing brings us to Bhavani Devi, a name that has become synonymous with dedication and excellence. She will be competing on Day 3 of Asian Games 2023.
Sailing
Indian sailors have a significant role to play in the Asian Games 2023, with several events reaching their conclusions. Olympians like KC Ganapathy-Varun Thakkar (49er) and Neha Thakur (ILCA4) showcased their skills and tenacity on the water.
Judo
The world of judo will see India’s Avtar Singh (men’s -100kg), Indubala Devi Maibam (women’s -78kg), and Tulika Maan (women’s +78kg) vying for podium positions. These athletes displayed exemplary technique and strength, making their mark in a highly competitive field.
Hockey
The Indian men’s hockey team started their Hangzhou campaign with a bang, securing a remarkable 16-0 victory over Uzbekistan. This victory set the tone for their quest for the gold medal and the coveted Paris 2024 Olympic quota. Indian Hockey team is Led by Harmanpreet Singh.
Asian Games 2023: Day 3 India Schedule
To help you stay updated on India’s performance in the Asian Games 2023, here’s the schedule in Indian Standard Time (IST):
Boxing
- Men’s 57kg Round of 32: Sachin Siwach (IND) vs Asri Udin (MAS) – 12:30 PM
- Men’s 92+kg Round of 16: Narender (IND) vs Elchoro Uulu Oomatbek (KGZ) – 6:15 PM
Shooting
- Men’s and women’s skeet qualification, individual and team phase 1 – 6:30 AM onwards
- Women’s 25m pistol precision individual and team – 6:30 AM onwards
- Medal event: 10m air rifle mixed team qualification, bronze medal matches, and gold medal match – 6:30 AM onwards
Equestrian
- Medal event: Dressage Prix St-Georges team and individual – 5:30 AM onwards
Squash
- Men’s team Pool A: India vs Singapore – 7:30 AM
- Women’s team Pool B: India vs Pakistan – 7:30 AM
- Men’s team Pool A: India vs Qatar – 4:30 PM
Fencing
- Medal event: Women’s sabre individual (Bhavani Devi) – 6:30 AM onwards.
Track Cycling
- Women’s team sprint qualifying, round 1 heats, and medal matches – 7:30 AM onwards
- Men’s team sprint qualifying, round 1 heats, and medal matches – 7:30 AM onwards
- Men’s team pursuit qualifying, round 1 heats – 7:30 AM onwards
Volleyball
- Men’s classification 5th-6th match: India vs Pakistan – 4:00 PM
Chess
- Men’s Individual rounds 5, 6, and 7 – 12:30 PM onwards
- Women’s individual rounds 5, 6, and 7 – 12:30 PM onwards
Esports
- Street Fighter V: Champion Edition Round of 32 and bracket matches – 7:20 AM onwards
Hockey
- Preliminary Men’s Pool A: India vs Singapore – 6:30 AM
Judo
- Medal event: Men’s -100kg (Avtar Singh) – 7:30 AM onwards
- Medal event: Women’s -78kg (Indubala Devi Maibam) – 7:30 AM onwards
- Medal event: Women’s +78kg (Tulika Maan) – 7:30 AM onwards
Sailing
- Medal events: Final races in various categories – 8:30 AM onwards
- Qualifying races for various other categories – 8:30 AM onwards
Swimming
- Women’s 100m freestyle heats and final (Shivangi Sarma) – 7:30 AM onwards
- Women’s 200m backstroke (Palak Joshi) – 7:30 AM onwards
- Men’s 1500m freestyle fast and slow heats (Aryan Nehra, Kushagra Rawat) – 7:30 AM onwards
- Men’s 4x100m medley relay heats and final (Team India) – 7:30 AM onwards
Tennis
- Multiple singles and doubles matches – 7:30 AM onwards
Wushu
- Men’s 70kg quarter-finals (Suraj Yadav) – 5:00 PM onwards
- Men’s 60kg quarter-finals (Surya Bhanu Partap Singh) – 5:00 PM onwards
The Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou have been a testament to India’s sporting prowess
