The Women’s Asian Champions Trophy is a prestigious field hockey tournament organised by the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF). Launched in 2010, it features the top women’s hockey teams from Asia, showcasing their skills in a highly competitive format.
The tournament is held biennially, with teams like India, Malaysia, Thailand, South Korea, Japan, and China traditionally dominating the field. This year, the Women’s Asian Hockey Champions Trophy was hosted in Bihar, India.
Teams from powerhouse nations like India, Japan, China, and South Korea competed fiercely, displaying exceptional talent, teamwork, and determination.
The tournament follows a round-robin format, culminating in a knockout stage to crown the champion. In this article, we’ll explore the Women’s Asian Hockey Champions Trophy Winners till 2024.
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List of Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Winners till 2024
Here’s the complete list of Women’s Asian Hockey Champions Trophy Winners till 2024:
| Year | Host Country | Winner | Runner-up | Score | Third Place | Fourth Place | Number of Teams |
| 2010 | Busan, South Korea | South Korea | Japan | 2–1 | India | China | 4 |
| 2011 | Ordos, China | South Korea | China | 5–3 | Japan | India | 4 |
| 2013 | Kakamigahara, Japan | Japan | India | 1–0 | Malaysia | China | 4 |
| 2016 | Singapore | India | China | 2–1 | Japan | South Korea | 5 |
| 2018 | Donghae, South Korea | South Korea | India | 1–0 | China | Malaysia | 5 |
| 2021 | Donghae, South Korea | Japan | South Korea | 2–1 | China | Thailand | 6 |
| 2023 | Ranchi, India | India | Japan | 4–0 | China | South Korea | 6 |
| 2024 | Rajgir, India | India | China | 1-0 | Japan | Malaysia | 6 |
The Women's Asian Champions Trophy serves as a platform for showcasing the talent and competitiveness of women's hockey in the region.
Over the years, the tournament has seen intense competition among participating nations, with South Korea emerging as the most successful team, having won the title three times (2010, 2011, and 2018).
Both India and Japan have claimed the trophy twice, with India being the defending champions after their victory in 2023 against Japan.
The 2024 Women's Asian Champions Trophy is currently underway in Rajgir, India, from November 11 to November 20. This edition features six teams: India, China, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, and Thailand.
Indian Women's Hockey team captain Salima Tete was one of the key players to watch out for since, under her leadership and midfield prowess, India has won 2 Asian Championship titles.
In the 2024 Women's Asian Champions Trophy, besides Salima Tete, Deepika (IND), Sangita Kumari (IND), Navneet Kaur (IND), and Yuri Tanaka (JPN) are the standout goal scorers who have made significant contributions to their teams.
Deepika has emerged as the tournament's top scorer, netting a total of 10 goals. Her scoring prowess has been crucial for India's success, including multiple goals in key matches.
Another vital player for India, Kumari, has scored important goals, contributing significantly to the team's offensive play. Kaur has also been instrumental in India's attack, scoring several goals, including crucial ones in the knockout stages.
As Japan's captain, Tanaka has showcased her scoring ability and leadership on the field, making her a key player for her team. These players have not only excelled individually but have also played pivotal roles in their respective teams' performances throughout the tournament.
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