Hockey World Cup: India extend dominance over Pakistan with 5-3 thriller, seal next-round spot
India defeated Pakistan 5-3 in a high-stakes FIH Men's Hockey World Cup match to secure a spot in the next round. Despite a late comeback attempt by Pakistan, India maintained their lead to finish second in Pool D.
Why it matters
This match represents a significant chapter in one of the most intense rivalries in international sports, impacting the tournament standings for both nations.
NEW DELHI: India extended their dominance over arch-rivals Pakistan with a thrilling 5-3 victory in their final Pool D match of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup on Wednesday, overcoming a spirited fightback to book their place in the next round.In a contest befitting one of hockey's biggest rivalries, India raced to a 3-0 lead before Pakistan repeatedly threatened a comeback. Harmanpreet Singh and Abhishek scored twice each, while Hardik Singh converted a penalty stroke as India maintained their grip on the contest.As it happened: India vs Pakistan, Hockey World CupPakistan fought back through Hannan Shahid's brace and Sufyan Khan's penalty-corner strike, but India held their nerve during a tense final quarter, including a spell when they were reduced to 10 players.India finished second in Pool D with six points from three matches, behind England, who topped the group with nine points.
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