Hulunbuir (China), Sep 13 (Reporter) Hockey enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating an exhilarating clash as unbeaten rivals India and Pakistan face off in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 on Saturday. The highly anticipated match will be held at the Moqi Hockey Training Base here with the action starting at 1:15 PM IST. Fans in India can watch the live streaming and telecast of this exciting contest. This encounter is more than just another match; it is a continuation of one of the most storied rivalries in international hockey. India, the defending champions and current table-toppers, have been in formidable form, winning all four of their games so far. Under the leadership of ace drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh, India has secured impressive victories, including a 3-0 win over China, a 5-1 triumph against Japan, an 8-1 rout of Malaysia, and a 3-1 success over the Republic of Korea. Pakistan, captained by Ammad Butt, also remains unbeaten in the tournament. They are currently second in the standings with two wins and two draws. Their campaign includes thrilling 2-2 draws against Malaysia and South Korea, followed by a 2-1 win over Japan and a 5-1 victory against China. Both teams have already qualified for the semi-finals, which are scheduled for Monday. This match promises not only top-class hockey but also a new chapter in their historic rivalry. Pakistan's rising star, 19-year-old Hannan Shahid, is currently the tournament’s second-highest scorer with four goals. Meanwhile, India’s Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallists, including Raj Kumar Pal, Araijeet Singh Hundal, Harmanpreet Singh, Sukhjeet Singh, and Uttam Singh, are all tied with three goals each. Historically, Pakistan leads the head-to-head record with an 82-66 advantage over India. However, India has dominated recent encounters, winning 14 of the last 16 matches, with the other two ending in draws. Pakistan’s last victory over India was in the 2016 South Asian Games final in Guwahati. In recent meetings, India has asserted their dominance, with a 10-2 victory at the Asian Games in Hangzhou and a 4-0 win at the Asian Champions Trophy in Chennai. In previous encounters, India drew 1-1 with Pakistan at the 2022 Asia Cup in Jakarta and edged them 4-3 at the 2021 Asian Champions Trophy in Dhaka. India is the most successful team in the Asian Champions Trophy’s history with four titles, including their latest triumph in Chennai last year. Pakistan, with three titles, stands as the second most successful team in the tournament's history...////...