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India face Pakistan in hockey World Cup clash
The Hindu··19 Aug
India will play Pakistan in the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 at Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen on Wednesday, their first World Cup meeting in 16 years. India sits second in Pool D with three points from two games and needs at least a draw to advance, while Pakistan, with one point, must win to stay alive.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Hockey fans in India can catch the match live on Star Sports and JioHotstar starting 6.30 pm IST.
- A win or draw for India secures its place in the World Cup's next round ahead of the closing group games.
- The historic rivalry adds context for fans following India's push toward a second World Cup title since 1975.
What's Happening
- India will face Pakistan in their first Hockey World Cup meeting in 16 years, in Amstelveen on Wednesday.
- India needs at least a draw to advance from Pool D, while Pakistan must win to stay alive.
- Both teams enter the match after mixed results in their opening two group-stage games.
The Rivalry's History Since India's Last World Cup Title
- India's only Hockey World Cup title came in 1975, while Pakistan has won the tournament four times.
- Pakistan has not defeated India in a World Cup match since 1986, extending India's dominance in this fixture.
- Harmanpreet Singh, who captained India to Paris Olympics bronze in 2024, leads the current Indian squad.
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