London, Jun 24: India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 4-3 in a thrilling FIH Men’s Pro League 2025-26 clash at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre in London. The high-voltage encounter kept fans on edge as both teams traded goals in a fiercely contested battle.
Captain Harmanpreet Singh led from the front with a crucial drag-flick, while India’s forwards displayed sharp finishing to secure the narrow win. Pakistan fought back valiantly, reducing the margin late in the game, but India held firm to clinch victory.
The result marks India’s second consecutive win in the London leg of the Pro League, boosting their campaign momentum and reaffirming their dominance in one of hockey’s fiercest rivalries.
Officials from the International Hockey Federation hailed the clash as a showcase of Asian hockey’s intensity and global appeal, with the match broadcast live to millions of viewers worldwide.
