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India Seek Second-Round Berth Against England at Hockey World Cup

India are playing England in their last group match of the Women’s Hockey World Cup.

India have four points after drawing with China and beating South Africa.

China has now finished with seven points after defeating South Africa 5-1.

India will qualify for the next round if they draw or win.

A win could also help India finish first in their pool.

If India lose, England will move ahead and India will be eliminated.

The top two teams in the pool advance to the second round.

The match is being played in Amstelveen, Netherlands.

Fans in India can watch it on Star Sports, DD Sports, or JioHotstar.

Key facts

Tournament: FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026
Pool: Pool D
India’s record: A 2-2 draw against China and a 6-1 win over South Africa; four points overall
Updated China result: China defeated South Africa 5-1 and finished its group campaign with seven points
Qualification scenarios: India advance with a draw or win; a defeat ends India’s campaign under the updated standings
Venue and time: Wagener Stadium, Amstelveen, Netherlands; August 20 at 6:30 PM IST
Broadcast and streaming: Star Sports Network and DD Sports; streaming on the JioHotstar app and website
Head-to-head: In 11 meetings, England have won five, India three and three have ended in draws

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