Amstelveen, Aug. 18 -- The Indian Women's Hockey Team strengthened their position at the top of Pool D at theHockey World Cup with a commanding 6-1 victory over South Africa at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in here on Tuesday.
The emphatic win keeps India unbeaten in the tournament, having earlier drawn 2-2 against 2024 Olympic silver medallists China, taking their tally to four points from two matches, with India currently leading the pool on goal difference.
India, who had played out a 2-2 draw against 2024 Olympic silver medallists China in their opening match, came into the contest determined to secure all three points. They made their attacking intent clear from the opening minutes, combining quick passing with incisive runs into the ci...