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Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team wins Sultan of Johor Cup 2025

Sports | Dated: 01 Nov 2025

The Indian junior men's hockey team won the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025 in a thrilling final on November 1, 2025, in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. They defeated Australia in the final match via a penalty shootout, successfully defending their title from the previous year. This marks India's fourth title win in the prestigious tournament.

🎯 Key Highlights:

The Sultan of Johor Cup is an annual international U-21 men's field hockey tournament.
India defeated Australia in the final.
This is India's fourth title (having won in 2013, 2014, and 2024 previously).

💡 Other Important Facts:

The final match was tied at full time, leading to a decisive penalty shootout.
Arjun Sharma was named 'Player of the Tournament'.
India is the most successful team in the tournament's history with this win.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The Sultan of Johor Cup is associated with which sport?

Correct Answer: Field Hockey

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About Sultan of Johor Cup

(i) Host Country: Malaysia (always) (ii) Venue: Taman Daya Hockey Stadium, Johor Bahru (iii) First held: 2011 (iv) Category: Under-21 Men.