India starts the FIH Hockey World Cup with a 3-1 win over Wales in Pool D. Sanjay gives India the lead in the eighth minute, and captain Harmanpreet Singh scores two goals, including penalty-corner conversions, to extend the advantage. Wales pulls one goal back late in the match, but India holds on to take three points in their opening game.
In the immediate aftermath, Harmanpreet Singh says India will focus on reducing mistakes as the tournament progresses. Sources describe India as creating multiple penalty corners and taking the chances offered, while the late Wales goal points to areas where the team can improve. The win sets a positive tone for India’s campaign as they look ahead to subsequent Pool D fixtures and the broader medal race.
Across the reports, the central points are consistent: the final score, Harmanpreet’s two goals, India’s early scoring through Sanjay, and Wales’ late consolation, alongside an emphasis on learning from the result rather than resting on the opening win.
