It is rare to see a competition between India and Pakistan without the excitement reaching its peak. Now both the arch-rivals in hockey are going to face each other in the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026.
Sports News: The teams of India and Pakistan are going to face each other in the Hockey World Cup. This match of Pool D is very important for both the teams. Know the match date, time, live streaming and India's equation. The clash between India and Pakistan on the hockey field is always considered special. Now once again the two arch-rivals are going to face each other.
There will be a high-voltage match between India and Pakistan on Wednesday, August 19 in the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 being played in the Netherlands. The result of this match will play an important role in deciding the way forward for the Indian team in the tournament. India has registered one win and one loss so far in the tournament.
After the 2-4 defeat in the last match against England, the situation of Team India has become a bit challenging. In such a situation, the match against Pakistan has come close to a do or die situation for the Indian team.
When and where will IND vs PAK Hockey Match take place?
The Pool D match of Hockey World Cup 2026 between India and Pakistan will be played on 19 August 2026. Both the teams will face each other at the Wegener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands. The match will start at 3 pm local time. The match will start at 6:30 pm for the Indian audience. Given the rivalry between India and Pakistan, this match will be closely watched by hockey fans around the world.
Why is victory important for India?
The Indian team currently has three points in its account and is in second place in Pool D. England have almost confirmed their place in the next stage with six points. Pakistan and Wales currently have one point each. If India beats Pakistan, it will get six points and the team will advance to the next stage. In case of a draw, India will have four points. Then the result of the other match and tie-breakers such as goal difference can be important.
Defeat against Pakistan will increase difficulties for the Indian team. In such a situation, Pakistan will have four points, while India will remain on three points. Therefore, Team India will be eyeing victory at any cost.
Where to watch India-Pakistan hockey match LIVE?
Live telecast of Hockey World Cup 2026 matches in India is being done on Star Sports Network. Indian viewers can watch the match on Star Select 2 and Khel channels. Online live streaming of the match will be available through JioHotstar. Apart from this, India's matches will also be telecast on DD Sports, so that viewers of DD Free Dish will also be able to watch the matches.
Indian men's team for Hockey World Cup 2026
- Goalkeepers: Mohit HS, Suraj Karkera
- Defenders: Jarmanpreet Singh, Harmanpreet Singh (captain), Amit Rohidas, Jugraj Singh, Sanjay, Sumit, Yashdeep Siwach
- Midfielders: Rajinder Singh, Aditya Arjun Lalge, Hardik Singh, Manpreet Singh, Neelakanta Sharma, Vivek Sagar Prasad.
- Forward: Dilpreet Singh, Shilanand Lakra, Sukhjeet Singh, Mandeep Singh, Abhishek.
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