Netherlands: (RightNow) India defeats Pakistan 5-3, eliminating them from the 2026 Hockey World Cup. The Pakistani team fails to advance after their second loss in three matches.

In the Hockey World Cup held in the Netherlands and Belgium, the Indian team displayed aggressive play. India secured a 5-3 victory over Pakistan, qualifying for the knockout stage.

The Indian team scored the first goal from a penalty corner in the first quarter. Abhishek doubled the lead with a second goal. Pakistan’s Hanan Shahid scored, reducing the lead to 1-3, but India scored a fourth goal.

In the second quarter, Pakistan’s Sufyan scored their first goal. The Indian team maintained a 2-5 lead with a penalty stroke. Pakistan’s Hanan Shahid scored his second goal in the final quarter.

It is noteworthy that India and England have qualified for the second round from Pool D. A traditional handshake followed the match between Pakistan and India.