Overview

• India’s men ended a seven-game losing run with a 4-3 victory over Belgium in Antwerp, securing eighth place in the FIH Pro League.
• Sukhjeet Singh scored twice and earned the decisive penalty stroke that Harmanpreet Singh converted in the 59th minute for the late winner.
• Defensive struggles persisted as India conceded 26 goals in eight European matches, highlighting areas for improvement despite the final triumph.
• The women’s team dropped to last place after a 0-2 loss to Belgium, marking their sixth straight defeat in the European leg.
• With fixtures against China on June 28 and 29, the Indian women must win both matches to avoid relegation from the Pro League.