BD to start against Oman

Bangladesh were placed in Pool B of hockey event in the upcoming Asian Games along with last edition's runners-up Pakistan, Malaysia, Oman, Thailand and Indonesia.

Pool A has holders India, South Korea, Japan, Sri Lanka and Hong Kong.

Bangladesh, who finished eighth in 2014 Asian Games, start their campaign against Oman on August 20 before facing Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Pakistan on August 22, 24, 26 and 28.