Hockey World Cup Live: India in do-or-die match against Pakistan

Hockey World Cup 2026Ind Vs Pak Hockey World Cup 2026 Live Score: India will look to put aside their loss against England and aim to seal their second round spot when they face Pakistan in Amstelveen during the Pool D game at the Hockey World Cup. India have been unbeaten against Pakistan for more than 10 years and will look to dump their arch-rivals out of the tournament....Read MoreIndia vs Pakistan, Hockey World Cup 2026 live (Courtesy: Hockey India) Hello and welcome to the live updates from India vs Pakistan, Pool D game at the Hockey World Cup 2026. Aug 19, 2026 18:08 ISTIND vs PAK: Playing XIs are inSo, the playing XI is in for India with Suraj Karkera starting in goal. Harmanpreet Singh, Hardik and Manpreet all start, with Rajinder expected to play a crucial role in the middle. It seems like India is sticking to the 4-3-3 formation. 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗫𝗜 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘! 🇮🇳🔥 The Indian Men’s Team are ready to step up for the blockbuster Pool D clash against Pakistan at the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026. 🏑🏆 Here’s the XI set to take on the big challenge! 👊🇮🇳#HockeyIndia… pic.twitter.com/em4PKOx4zT — Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) August 19, 2026 Aug 19, 2026 18:04 ISTIND vs PAK Live: The pressure of rivalry remains the sameTauqeer Dar is a legend when it comes to Pakistan hockey and battled with India on the field many times. While he acknowledged that the Men in Green are struggling at the moment, but the pressure remains the same for both teams. "I believe the India-Pakistan match is a different ball game. It is on the day. It has got nothing to do with the records, what happened last month or last week. It is on the day." "It is something other than logic and skill. More of a temperament game," said Pakistan legend Tauqeer Dar. Aug 19, 2026 18:02 ISTIndia vs Pakistan Live: Wagener Stadium sold outExpect the noise levels to be loud. The India vs Pakistan clash has been sold out, and the fans will be filling up the Wagener stadium to the brim. The fixture has attracted significant attention from both the Indian and Pakistani communities in the Netherlands, with tickets being released for online purchase in multiple phases since September 2025. "Tickets were sold online from September 2025. We have sold them in phases, with the first phase in September and the next one in March this year," Tamara Bouwmans, communication officer of the Royal Dutch Hockey Association (KNHB), told PTI. The Wagener Stadium is a 10,000-seater, so expect things to get a bit spicy. Aug 19, 2026 17:39 ISTIND vs PAK Live: Fulton wants no complacencyIndia coach Craig Fulton is aware of his side's dominance against Pakistan. But he doesn't want them to feel too relaxed. The South African tactician demands consistency and wants his players to be at the top of their game when it comes to the clash on Wednesday. Chief Coach Craig Fulton looks ahead to India’s much-anticipated Pool D clash against Pakistan today at the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026.🔥🗣️ 📺 Star Sports Select 2 (SD+HD) + Khel & JioHotstar + DD Sports (DD Free Dish) ⏰ 6:30 PM IST#HockeyIndia… pic.twitter.com/UhlVUfa0h8 — Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) August 19, 2026 Aug 19, 2026 17:30 ISTIndia vs Pakistan Live: Head-to-headIndia and Pakistan have faced each other in 185 matches so far, with Pakistan winning 84 of them, India 73 and 28 ending in draws. When it comes to World Cups, India edge past their rivals 3-2. Aug 19, 2026 17:17 ISTIND vs PAK Live: Livestreaming detailsThe India vs Pakistan match will start at 6:30 pm IST. The match will be livestreamed on JioStar and will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network channels.Aug 19, 2026 17:16 ISTIndia vs Pakistan Live: What do both teams need?The equation could not be clearer for India. A victory over Pakistan will send the Harmanpreet Singh-led side into the second round and eliminate their arch-rivals from the competition. Pakistan, meanwhile, know that a win would keep their own hopes alive. With everything on the line, this should be anything but an ordinary India-Pakistan encounter.Aug 19, 2026 17:15 ISTHockey World Cup Live: All eyes on the handshakeBefore the first whistle, there will be plenty of attention on whether the two teams follow the customary pre-match handshake. Hockey India had previously indicated that it would continue to follow FIH guidelines, with players also seen exchanging high-fives during recent meetings. The focus, however, will soon shift to what happens on the turf.Aug 19, 2026 17:14 ISTIND vs PAK Live: Can India's attack turn upCraig Fulton's tactical approach will also be under the spotlight. India have largely operated with a 4-3-3 formation, but their attacking threat has not always matched their defensive solidity. Against Pakistan, India may need to be more aggressive, press higher and get their midfielders involved in attack if they are to avoid another nervy contest.Aug 19, 2026 17:13 ISTIND vs PAK Live: Past does not matterThe numbers might heavily favour India in recent meetings, but Pakistan legend Tauqeer Dar summed up the nature of this rivalry perfectly: records mean little once the teams step onto the field. It is a contest driven by temperament as much as skill, and both sides will know that one good spell could change the entire game.Aug 19, 2026 17:10 ISTIndia vs Pakistan Hockey Live: PreviewIt's the mother of all rivalries in hockey. India and Pakistan will be back on the turf in Amstelveen with both teams chasing a spot in the second round of the Hockey World Cup 2026. With England already through and facing Wales later on in the day, all eyes will be on the arch-rivals. India started off brilliantly with a 3-1 win against Wales before they were undone by England 2-4 in the second match. A win against Pakistan is all that they need to make it to the next round. For Pakistan, history is not on their side when it comes to India. In the last 10 years, they have never managed to beat India once and were hammered 7-1 during the last Pro League match. A defeat means they will be out of the tournament and will have to compete for the 9-16th places.