Perfect Start! India Beat Wales 3-1 in Hockey World Cup Opener
What Happened
India kicked off their FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 campaign with a dominant 3-1 victory over Wales. Sanjay opened the scoring, while captain Harmanpreet Singh struck twice from penalty corners to put India firmly in control. Wales managed a late consolation goal through Sam Welsh.
Key Takeaways
The win puts India at the top of Pool D and gives Harmanpreet Singh's side a strong start in their quest to end a 51-year wait for a Hockey World Cup title. Their next big test comes against England on August 17.