India’s men’s hockey team defeated Pakistan 4-3 in an FIH Pro League 2026 match played in London. Pakistan took an early lead, but India recovered bly and overturned the deficit before holding on for victory.
Pakistan made a positive start to the match and put India under pressure in the opening quarter. India earned several penalty corners but failed to convert them as Pakistan’s defence kept them out. During the quarter, Pakistan player Abdul Mannan was injured while attempting to stop a powerful shot from Indian captain Harmanpreet Singh, leading to a brief stoppage in play. Pakistan finished the first quarter with a 1-0 lead.
India responded bly in the second quarter. Forward Abhishek scored to level the match at 1-1. Neelakanta Sharma then put India ahead 2-1 with his 19th international goal. By half-time, India had established control of the contest and increased the pressure on Pakistan.
India sharpened their attacking play in the third quarter, with effective coordination between the midfield and forward line. Sukhjeet Singh scored to extend India’s lead to 3-1. India continued to attack and pushed Pakistan into a defensive position while maintaining control of the match.
India converted another penalty corner in the fourth quarter to score their fourth goal and move 4-1 ahead. Pakistan then mounted a comeback, scoring twice in the closing stages to reduce the deficit to 4-3. Pakistan pressed for an equaliser in the final moments, but India’s defence held firm and prevented any further goals, securing the victory.
