England wins a penalty corner too! This is the first time India's defence has been tested. But Indian defence has responded well, Jyoti starring with an interception. Owsley's shot went wide

Ishika got a big opportunity as she cut across an England defender. the shot is saved though. India gets a penalty corner. Navneet's shot hits an Indian player and enters the net. The goal is disallowed. 

The two teamns' performance so far!

India:

Drew 2-2 vs China

Won 6-1 vs South Africa

England

Won 4-0 vs South Africa

Lost 2-4 vs China

Action starts! India need at least a draw, England must win to enter the next round. The equation is simple!

The teams have lined up for the national anthems. This is a big moment for both the teams. While England represent a tougher challenge than South Africa, India will enter the contest with growing confidence. Their campaign began on a promising note against Paris Olympics silver medallists China, where they showed composure and resilience to earn a hard-fought draw. They then built on that performance with a dominant display against South Africa, finding the net six times.  

With only the top two team qualifying for the next round, China (7 points) is assured fo qualifying. India have four points while England have three. India have better goal difference than england - 5 to 2. So, India must ensure they dont lose today.  

A lot is at stake for the Indian women’s team, who will look to seal the top spot in Pool D when it takes on England in their concluding fixture in the first phase of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 in Amstelveen, the Netherlands. With only the top two teams from each of the four pools staying in that race, every moment of the final round of matches carries added significance.

Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the India vs England Women's Hockey World Cup Pool D match. It's third game for both teams with a spot in Round 2 at stake.