23 August 2026

India vs Australia live score, Hockey World Cup 2026 updates: India commit massive blunder, need one goal to enter semi-finals

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The performance gives fans and club management cause for cautious optimism and a basis to back Jaissle while the team builds momentum.

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India vs Australia live score, Hockey World Cup 2026 updates: India commit massive blunder, need one goal to enter semi-finals

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