Synopsis
As the Indian Men’s Hockey Team prepares to face England in the FIH Pro League 2024-25, they aim to extend their winning streak. With Craig Fulton leading the charge, the team is currently on a three-match winning run, hoping to maintain their momentum against a struggling England.Key Takeaways
- India is on a three-match winning streak.
- England has struggled, losing their recent match.
- Sam Ward is a key player for England with nine goals.
- India's defense is the strongest in the league.
- Upcoming matches are crucial for both teams.
Bhubaneswar, Feb 23 (NationPress) The Indian Men’s Hockey Team is set to continue its winning momentum as they face England in their upcoming matches on February 24 and 25 during the FIH Pro League 2024-25. Under the guidance of Craig Fulton, the team has displayed remarkable form, achieving a three-match winning streak.
The team started their journey on a rocky note, alternating between victories and losses against Spain and Germany in their initial encounters, but they quickly regrouped to secure a win over Ireland.
The first match against the Irish featured goals from Mandeep Singh, Jarmanpreet Singh, and Sukhjeet Singh, leading to a 3-1 triumph for India. The following day, the team showcased their dominance once more, with Nilam Xess, Mandeep Singh, Abhishek, and Shamsher Singh scoring in a commanding 4-0 victory. This win significantly boosted their morale and placed them fourth in the FIH Pro League 2024-25 standings.
Having turned their campaign around effectively, Harmanpreet Singh and his teammates are poised to face a tough challenge against Team England, currently ranked third.
England, however, has struggled recently, entering the contest after a disappointing performance. They managed to edge out Spain in a shootout in their initial match but suffered a 1-4 defeat in the rematch. These setbacks have left them in third position with three wins in six encounters.
Desperate for a victory, England will rely on their star scorer Sam Ward, who has netted nine goals, ranking him second among the league's top scorers.
It’s no surprise that Ward's efforts have propelled England to the second-highest scoring team in the league with 20 goals. However, their offensive efforts will face stiff resistance from the disciplined Indian defense.
The defensive unit of Team India has been the most formidable in the FIH Pro League 2024-25, conceding just eight goals— the fewest among all nine teams. This speaks volumes about the reliability of the Indian defense, which has only allowed one goal in their last three matches.
As the stage is set for a captivating clash between offense and defense, World No. 5 Team India aims to harness their momentum and secure two victories against World No. 3 England.
