India’s men’s and women’s hockey teams begin their second-stage campaigns at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 against reigning Olympic champions Netherlands. Both sides will look to make strong starts as they pursue qualification for the semi-finals.
The Indian men's hockey team squandered a one-goal lead to lose 1-2 to Olympic champions Netherlands in the first match of the European leg of FIH Pro League
"It was great to see how we all found our coordination quickly and gelled very well as a team when we played each of our matches this year," said Mandeep who scored a goal in India's 3-0 win over Argentina
Having secured his place in the side for his first overseas tour since 2019 when India travelled to Belgium, the lanky defender is desperate to make up for the lost opportunities in the crucial Olympic year
