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Hockey World Cup: Harmanpreet Brace Powers India To 3-1 Win Over Wales In Campaign Opener
Hockey World Cup: Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored twice from penalty corners as India began their campaign in the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 with a convincing 3-1 victory over Wales in their Pool D opener at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen on Saturday.
Sanjay Rana had earlier put India ahead before Harmanpreet doubled the advantage in the opening quarter. The Indian captain struck again in the third quarter to put his side firmly in control, while Wales managed a consolation goal in the final quarter.
India, playing in their new saffron jersey, were tested early as Wales made an aggressive start. Goalkeeper Suraj Karkera was called into action in the opening exchanges and responded well as Wales looked to put pressure on the higher-ranked Indians.
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