India secured a 3-1 victory against Wales in their opening World Cup match. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored two penalty-corner goals to establish an early lead. India extended their advantage to three goals after the break with another penalty-corner conversion. Wales managed to score a consolation goal in the final minutes of play. This win places India at the top of Pool D in the tournament.

India and Pakistan renew their Hockey World Cup rivalry in Pool D of the 2026 men’s tournament, co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands.

Both teams finished 9th at the last World Cup, but have evolved greatly since then. Anything less than a top-8 finish would be a disappointing return. | Hockey

The 2026 Hockey World Cup schedule has been released by the FIH. India's men's team will play Wales, England, and Pakistan in their group. India's women's team faces China, South…