New Delhi, Aug. 17 -- India's campaign at the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 suffered a setback on Monday (August 17) as the Harmanpreet Singh-led side went down 2-4 to England in their second Pool D fixture. The match was played at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands. Despite the loss, the Indian team still has a clear path to the second group stage if results go their way in the remaining games.

India had started the tournament on a positive note with a 3-1 win over Wales. Against England, they showed the same fighting spirit in the first half. England took the lead in the opening quarter when Nicholas Bandurak finished a quick counter-attack after Amit Rohidas lost possession. Stuart Rushmere set up the unmarked Bandurak f...