Overview

• Hardik Singh struck in the 8th minute before Korea hit back through Jihun Yang’s penalty stroke (12') and Hyeonhong Kim’s penalty corner (14'), with Mandeep Singh equalising in the 53rd.
• India controlled play with sustained pressure and numerous circle entries but failed to convert any penalty corners and missed multiple clear chances.
• South Korea’s goals came from set pieces, including a stroke awarded for Jugraj Singh’s foul, as the holders defended compactly and countered efficiently.
• The match at Rajgir began after a roughly 50–53 minute delay caused by heavy rain and waterlogging on the turf.
• Malaysia defeated China to lead the Super 4 standings; India play Malaysia next as coach Craig Fulton expressed confidence the attack will finish better.