India Falls to Germany in Hockey's Return to New Delhi

Germany secures a 2-0 victory over India in the first of a two-Test series, marking the return of international hockey to Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium after nearly a decade.

The Indian men's hockey team lost 2-0 to Germany, despite a spirited home crowd in New Delhi.
This match marked the first international hockey event at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in almost ten years.
India's team, led by captain Harmanpreet Singh, was aiming for revenge after their semi-final loss to Germany in the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Germany fielded a young team with several debutants, yet displayed strong cohesion and skill on the field.
India's preparation was hindered by injuries and intermittent training sessions due to weather conditions in Bengaluru.