Hockey

The Sardar Singh-led side will have to produce an improved show on Tuesday if they want to maintain a winning momentum.

Devinder scored one of the three goals during India's 3-2 win over France in the Asian country's opening match of the ongoing tournament in Belgium.

India will begin their campaign on the first day of the tournament on June 20, against the host nation Belgium. They have been placed in Pool B.

India finished seventh out of eight teams in Hastings, New Zealand. Though the team did not live up to its potential, they delivered some notable performances.

Australia were made to toil hard in their win over a spirited Malaysian side, while Korea got the better of Canada on Day 2 of the 24th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey tournament.

The cash strapped Pakistan Hockey Federation is hoping that the country's government will finally come out of its slumber and release the much-needed funds for the national game.

Van Ass said although the patience level of Indian players have increased significantly, work still needs to raise it further.

Malaysia defeated Russia 3-0 to register their second consecutive victory at the Hero FIH Women's World League Round 2.

Waveriders take on Lancers on Sunday, while Rays will next be in action in their 10th and final league match against Warriors on Tuesday.

Delhi Waveriders are looking forward to give a challenge to Dabang Mumbai, who are yet to earn a win, at the Mahindra Hockey Stadium.

Jaswant Singh Rajput passed away on Wednesday morning following a prolonged illness. His last rites would be performed on Thursday.

Ranchi Rays will look to go for an outright win when they take on Dabang Mumbai in their Hockey India League match.