India Outclass Pakistan to Reach Hockey World Cup Next Round
What Happened
India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 5-3 in a high-stakes Pool D clash at the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026, securing qualification for the next round. Captain Harmanpreet Singh starred with a brace, while India built a commanding lead before holding off a late Pakistan fightback.
Key Takeaways
India rose to the occasion in hockey's biggest rivalry, beating Pakistan in a goal-filled thriller to book its place in the knockout stages of the World Cup.