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Hockey: Defense needs further improvement, says captain Harmanpreet Singh

India's eighth-place finish at the FIH World Cup highlighted defensive weaknesses. Captain Harmanpreet Singh acknowledged the need for significant defensive improvements against top teams. The team now focuses on winning gold at the Asian Games and qualifying for the Olympics. Coach Craig Fulton expressed happiness with the team's fight and performance against Belgium. He emphasized carrying this momentum forward into the upcoming Asian Games competition.

29 Aug 2026 6:58 pm