Mens Hockey World Cup

Hockey World Cup: After game of contrasting halves, 2-2 scoreline a fair reflection of India and Belgium

India's defence stands tall as Harendra Singh's men play a pulsating 2-2 draw in the crucial Pool match against Belgium.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Pakistan and Bhubaneswar patch-up after four years as Kalinga crowd hails neighbours

On Saturday, Bhubaneswar showed the heart to leave the past behind and cheered for Pakistan unanimously.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Aggressive India hope to continue winning run as Belgian challenge awaits

No compromise on attack, declares coach Harendra Singh as India face Olympic silver-medallists Belgium at Hockey World Cup 2018.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Australia legend Ric Charlesworth says India must expect stronger defence against Belgium

Ric Charlesworth threw his weight behind HIL, suggested nine-a -side hockey over five-a-side competitions, and cautioned India of the Belgium challenge.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Drag flick woes, defensive fumbles mark India's scrappy opening win over South Africa

India might have played their easiest match of the tournament. They would do well to believe it was their worse too.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Belgium begin campaign with gritty, hard-fought victory over minnows Canada

In the 12th minute, captain Thomas Briels found the back of the net again for Belgium but the goal was disallowed after Canada went for the referral, claiming the ball hit his hand before rolling on to the goal.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Anticipation hangs heavy as hosts India begin quest for elusive trophy against South Africa

In a region steeped in history - where the unexpected valour of local soldiers shook the conscience of a certain King Ashoka - India will hope to write their own legend.

Hockey World Cup 2018: World No 12 Malaysia will be looking to impress despite being drawn in tough group

As the World No 12 team, Malaysia are the best ranked Asian outfit after India at the 2018 Hockey World Cup. What will also bolster their confidence coming into the showpiece event is the fact that the team won silver at the recent Asian Games

Hockey World Cup 2018, K Arumugam column: Harendra Singh's India up against history in Bhubaneswar

History shows India are up against a well-established trend. Harendra Singh and his wards will be stretched to the hilt to prevent history from repeating itself.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Pressure on India, but confident they will perform well, says Australia coach Colin Batch

India have improved a lot. I think they will play well here. The best teams play consistently well throughout the tournament, Australia coach Colin Batch said.