Defending champions India launched their Asian Champions Trophy hockey campaign with a dominant 13-0 victory against late replacement Bangladesh at Jalandhar on Tuesday.
Mandeep Singh scored a hat-trick while skipper Harmanpreet Singh converted two penalty corners with powerful drag-flicks to lead the hosts' commanding offensive performance.
Following the match, Manipuri midfielder Nilakanta Sharma announced his international retirement after a distinguished career that included major tournament wins.