Overview

• India defeated South Korea 4-2 in Hangzhou, with goals from Vaishnavi Phalke, Sangita Kumari, Lalremsiami and Rutuja Pisal, while Yujin Kim scored both for Korea from penalty corners.
• India remain unbeaten after topping Pool B, following an 11-0 win over Thailand, a 2-2 draw with Japan and a 12-0 victory against Singapore.
• Next up, India face China on September 11 and Japan on September 13 in the Super4s, with the top two advancing to the final and the champion earning direct World Cup qualification.
• Set-piece defence remains a concern after Korea converted two of four penalty corners, reinforcing coach Harendra Singh’s focus on structure, defensive sharpness and chance conversion.
• With veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia out, Bichu Devi Kharibam continues as India’s primary keeper against a prolific China that has outscored opponents 33-0 so far.