India, Feb. 22 -- India's hopes of a revival in the FIH Men's Pro League were dashed as they suffered a 0-2 loss to Spain, continuing their unabated slump in form on Saturday. Goals from Ignacio Abajo (6th minute) and Ignacio Cobos (36th) proved decisive as Spain combined clinical finishing with disciplined defending to secure the win.

The Spaniards capitalised on their chances, while India were unable to convert promising opportunities despite sustained attacking intent. Outplayed by the opposition teams in the home leg in Rourkela with two losses each against Belgium and Argentina, the Indian team was hoping to bounce back and make a fresh start under new skipper Hardik Singh during the overseas leg. The Hobart leg of the series, which...