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India Beat World Champions Germany 3-1 In FIH Pro League

By IANS News June 18, 2026 • 09:48 AM View: 378

FIH Hockey Pro League: The Indian men’s hockey team produced a solid performance to defeat world champions Germany 3-1 in their second match of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2025-26 Rotterdam leg.

Goals from Mandeep Singh (7’), Shilanand Lakra (13’) and Nilakanta Sharma (35’) led India's impressive win, which also highlighted the team's strong defensive structure.

Midfielder Hardik Singh was named 'Player of the Match' for his excellent display in shepherding play from the midfield, while Manpreet Singh went on to break Dilip Tirkey's record of 412 caps to become the most capped Indian player in history.

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