The Black Sticks entered the second quarter with renewed determination and attacked with greater purpose, putting the Indian defence under considerable pressure. Their aggressive play earned them a crucial penalty corner, raising hopes of an equaliser. However, the Indian defensive unit...

India came close to doubling their lead when Abhishek broke through the defence with a swift run and unleashed a powerful close-range shot. However, New Zealand’s goalkeeper showcased brilliant reflexes, stretching out to deflect the attempt and deny India a certain goal. The save...

In a tense clash at the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025 in Ipoh, the Indian men’s national hockey team edged past the New Zealand national hockey team 3–2, with a decisive goal from Selvam Karthi in the final quarter. India had taken an early lead when Amit Rohidas converted a penalty...

The Indian hockey team beat hosts Malaysia in a 4-3 thriller at the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025 in Ipoh on Wednesday.
Selvam Karthi (7’), Sukhjeet Singh (21’), Amit Rohidas (39’) and Sanjay (53’) scored the goals for world No. 7 India, while Faizal Saari (13’), Fitri Saari...

India’s cricket team, under coach Gautam Gambhir, continues to lean into his controversial strategy of prioritising all-rounders over specialists — a mantra that’s drawing both praise and criticism. In Guwahati ahead of the second Test against South Africa, the pitch...