South Korean Hockey team gets Punjabi welcome as all six teams arrive for Asian Champions Trophy in Mohali
All six teams arrive in Punjab for Asian Champions Trophy 2026
Babushahi Bureau
SAS Nagar (Punjab), October 25, 2026: The South Korean men’s hockey team received a traditional Punjabi welcome at Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport in Mohali on Sunday, with dhol beats, Bhangra performances and colourful Phulkaris marking the arrival of the final contingent for the Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Tournament 2026.
The welcome showcased Punjab’s cultural heritage and hospitality as the state prepares to host the prestigious continental tournament from October 27 to November 5.
The championship will be held at Olympian Surjit Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar and Olympian Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium in Mohali, bringing together six Asian teams for the competition.
The South Korean contingent comprises a 20-member squad, including goalkeepers Kim Jaehyeon and Sohn Taemin. The squad also features Park Geonwoo, Jeong Junseong, Go Soung Hoon, Kim JaeHo, Son Dain, Kim Yong Bok, Chun Semin, Song JeongSeob, Yoo Hyoguk, Kong Yoonho, Om Junyoung, Kwon Yechan, Song Haeseong, Bae Soung Min, Han Sangjun, Kim DaeHyun, Choi Gajin and Kim Donggeon.
The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has made arrangements for the participating teams’ accommodation, transportation, security and practice facilities. The arrangements are aimed at ensuring a smooth stay for the international players and support staff throughout the championship.
With all six participating teams now in Punjab, anticipation is building ahead of the tournament, which is expected to draw hockey enthusiasts and showcase the state’s longstanding association with the sport.
Hosting the championship in Jalandhar and Mohali also highlights Punjab’s role in Indian hockey and its efforts to facilitate international sporting events.