India thrash Pakistan for three points
The Indian men’s Hockey team produced a sensational attacking performance to defeat arch-rivals Pakistan 7-1 in the reverse fixture of their FIH Pro League at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre on Friday. Despite trailing early in the first quarter, India responded with seven brilliant goals from Sukhjeet Singh (20’), Harmanpreet Singh (26’), Hardik Singh (34’), Jugraj Singh (35’), Abhishek (41’), Raj Kumar Pal (44’) and Dilpreet Singh (54’) to secure all three points. Midfielder Hardik Singh was named ‘Player of the Match’ for his outstanding performance and control in the midfield. Both the teams started the match with high intensity, but it was India who won the first penalty corner within the opening 90 seconds thanks to a quick baseline run by Mandeep Singh. While India pushed forward with high tempo, Pakistan’s dangerous counter-attacks allowed them to win a penalty corner in the 13th minute. Following an unsuccessful video referral, Pakistan captain Abu Bakar Mahmood (13’) converted with a drag-flick to give his team a 1-0 lead at the end of the first …









