India has taken the lead in Group D after defeating South Africa 6-1 in the Hockey World Cup. With four points from two matches, they top the standings ahead of China due to a superior goal difference of plus five compared to China’s plus two.
England holds third place with three points from two games and a goal difference of plus two. South Africa has been eliminated following two losses.
Although South Africa netted once in the last period, India had already secured a 6-0 advantage by the third quarter. This performance came after India’s initial 2-2 result versus China.
India maintains a favorable standing but requires at least one point from their upcoming match against England to advance.
