The final match was abandoned after a thunderstorm and heavy shower flooded the pitch. The two teams, both two-time winners, jointly took the trophy.

In the round-robin match, India came from behind to beat Pakistan 3-1.

This will be their fourth meeting in the final after the summit clashes in 2011, 2012 and 2016. India won the 2011 and 2016 editions, while Pakistan win the 2012 and 2013 (against Japan) editions.

Two-time champions Pakistan defeated Malaysia 3-1 in the shootout after a 4-4 draw in regulation period of the first semi-final.

In a clinical team effort, as many as six Indian players scored in the match. It was India's third win on the trot, following victories over Oman (11-0) and arch-rivals Pakistan (3-1).

India came from behind to win 3-1 in their 175th meeting. It was India's third successive win against Pakistan and 10th in 11th matches.

Last time the the two teams met at the 2018 Asian Games, India beat Pakistan 3-2 to win the bronze medal play-off in Jakarta. It was in continuation of India's recent domination in the fixture.

Despite carrying a heavy historical baggage, India have dominated the rivalry in recent past, winning eight of nine previous meetings. The only blot was a 2-2 draw at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games in April.

Young striker Dilpreet Singh scored a hat-trick after Lalit Upadhyay opened the floodgates in the 17th minute.

World No. 5 India goes into the tournament as the highest-ranked Asian nation and tackling Oman should not be a problem for the side at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex.