World Cup Hockey

Hockey World Cup 2018: 1975 hero Ashok Kumar unimpressed with Akashdeep Singh's midfield switch

Ashok Kumar also warned that unlike their first match at this World Cup, India won't get any free spaces in the flanks, and Manpreet Singh's team ought to be prepared for a high-intensity match.

Hockey World Cup Memories: Ashok Kumar remembers the goal that sealed India's only title in 1975

Ashok Kumar, India's 1975 World Cup hero on the final, said: "I would say had Aslam Sher Khan not played the final, we would have lost by 2-3 goals, and if Pakistan's Manzoor Junior had not played that match, we would have scored 3-4 more. It was that kind of game."

Hockey World Cup 2018: Forward Mandeep Singh ready to renew battle with Belgium with 'basic, error-free game'

Mandeep Singh dwelled on previous lapses against Belgium and insisted on the need to remain "switched on" for full 60 minutes.

Hockey World Cup Memories: 1975 hero Aslam Sher Khan remembers the goal that changed Indian hockey

Hero of the 1975 World Cup semi-final, Aslam Sher Khan looks back at the historical goal that defines India's World Cup history.

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: In Argentina versus Spain thriller, lessons abound for Harendra Singh's India

Argentina prevailed over Spain in a 7-goal thriller, but the match offered many lessons to hosts India who play their second match against Belgium on Sunday.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Unfazed by team's inexperience, coach Harendra Singh says Junior World Cup success will be handy

"They already have a taste of playing in from out 20,000-25,000 home spectators. It is not pressure; it is enjoyment," Harendra said about youngsters in the team.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Rupinder Pal Singh's absence may hurt India at showpiece event, says ex-captain Sardar Singh

Recently-retired India captain Sardar Singh believes Rupinder's exclusion was avoidable and the team might miss his experience in high-pressure matches.

Hockey World Cup Memories: Pakistan legend Hassan Sardar revisits the high of winning 1982 edition in Mumbai

Pakistan's legendary centre-forward Hassan Sardar remembers the triumph at 1982 World Cup and believes he would have scored heavily in the modern game as well.

Hockey World Cup 2018: Unfazed by 'Group of Death', Pakistan assistant coach Rehan Butt optimistic of team's chances

Pakistan's assistant coach Rehan Butt believes goalkeeping and short-corner conversion hold the key in his team's campaign in Bhubaneshwar.