India Women Team Stand Tall Against England, March Into Hockey World Cup Round 2
What Happened
The Indian women's hockey team secured a place in the second round of the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup 2026 after holding England to a tense 0-0 draw in their final Pool D match. India finished second in the group with five points from three matches, behind China, and remained unbeaten in the pool stage.
Key Takeaways
While India struggled to convert chances and spent much of the match defending, the team's resilience under pressure proved decisive. The unbeaten pool-stage campaign keeps India's semifinal hopes alive and highlights the growing maturity of a side capable of standing firm against higher-ranked opponents when it matters most.