Overview

• Hardik Singh opened the scoring in the 8th minute before Korea hit back through Jihun Yang’s penalty stroke (12') and Hyeonhong Kim’s penalty corner (14').
• Mandeep Singh levelled in the 53rd minute after sustained pressure, securing a point for the hosts in Rajgir, Bihar.
• Heavy rain and waterlogging delayed the start by roughly 50 minutes at the Rajgir Sports Complex, affecting early conditions.
• India created numerous chances and won several penalty corners but failed to convert, with coach Craig Fulton highlighting finishing as a concern.
• Malaysia defeated China and lead the Super 4 standings, with India scheduled to face Malaysia next.