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Indian Men’s Hockey Team Falls to Great Britain in FIH Pro League Match

The Indian men’s hockey team faced a tough defeat against host Great Britain, losing 1-3 in the European leg of the FIH Pro League season at the Lee Valley Hockey Stadium in London on Sunday.

The game began with a quick start from India, but it was Great Britain’s Nicholas Bandurak who found the net first, scoring in the second minute. Despite India’s initial aggression, Britain soon gained more possession and control over the game. Bandurak struck again in the 11th minute, doubling the host’s lead and putting India on the back foot early in the match.

Trailing by two goals at halftime, India came out strong in the third quarter. Abhishek scored for India in the 35th minute, providing a much-needed boost to Harmanpreet’s side and narrowing the deficit. Both teams then relied heavily on counterattacks, seizing opportunities from missed shots and unconnected passes.

India’s search for an equalizer continued into the fourth quarter, but it was Great Britain who found the net once more. Will Calnan scored in the 47th minute, extending Britain’s lead to 3-1. Despite a video referral to review the goal, the decision stood, and India’s hopes for a comeback dwindled.

As the final quarter concluded, India succumbed to a 1-3 defeat. This loss halted India’s winning streak after their recent victories over Germany and Argentina. Great Britain’s victory marked their second consecutive win at home, following a 5-1 triumph over Ireland in their previous match.

With this win, Great Britain has climbed to seventh place on the table with 10 points from six games and still has several matches in hand. Meanwhile, India remains in third place with 24 points after 14 matches. The Indian team will look to bounce back as they prepare to face Germany on June 8.

India’s performance highlighted some strengths, particularly in their ability to respond after falling behind. However, the team’s inability to capitalize on counterattacks and missed opportunities proved costly. The defense also showed vulnerabilities, allowing early goals that set the tone for the match.

As India prepares for their next match against Germany, the team will need to focus on tightening their defense and improving their finishing in the attacking third. Consistency and endurance will be key if they hope to secure a higher position in the FIH Pro League standings.

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