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India dominates South Africa 6-1 in Women's Hockey World Cup
India secured top position in Pool D of the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup 2026 with a comprehensive 6-1 victory over South Africa. The dominant performance sets up a knockout encounter with England.
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India's women's hockey team delivered a commanding performance at the FIH Women's Hockey World Cup 2026, overwhelming South Africa with a 6-1 triumph to clinch the top spot in Pool D.
Sunilita Toppo, Navneet Kaur, Sushila Chanu, Deepika Sehrawat, Lalremsiami, and Sakshi Rana all found the back of the net for the Indian side, showcasing clinical finishing across the match. South Africa managed a sole response through Kayla de Waal in the final quarter, but it proved insufficient to trouble India's dominance.
The emphatic victory underscores India's strong form in the tournament and positions the team favorably as they advance to the next stage. The Indian contingent will now face England in their upcoming fixture as both teams look to progress further in the competition.