FIH Hockey World Cup 2026: Schedule, Format, and India’s Group Details
The 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup, co-hosted by the Netherlands and Belgium from August 15 to 30, will feature simultaneous men's and women's tournaments with a new second-round format replacing traditional quarterfinals. India is placed in Pool D alongside Wales, England, and Pakistan, with the men's team aiming to end a 51-year gold medal drought since their 1975 victory. The tournament includes top teams like Pakistan, Netherlands, Australia, and Belgium, with semifinals and finals scheduled for late August.
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mint broke this story on 10 Aug, 09:21 am. Other outlets followed.