India Clinches Historic Win Over Australia in Men’s Hockey at Paris Olympics 2024
In a remarkable display of skill and determination, the Indian men’s hockey team achieved a historic victory over Australia with a 3-2 win in their final Pool B match at the Paris Olympics 2024. This triumph marks the first time in 52 years that India has defeated Australia in Olympic hockey, a milestone last achieved in the 1972 Munich Olympics.
The match, held on Friday, saw India’s Abhishek and Harmanpreet Singh (who scored twice) leading the charge with their goals, while Australia’s Thomas Craig and Blake Govers were the goal-scorers for the opposing side. This victory propels India to second place in Pool B with a total of 10 points from 5 matches. Belgium tops the Pool B standings, while Australia now finds itself in third place.
India’s Olympic campaign began on a strong note with a win against New Zealand, followed by a draw against Argentina, and a decisive victory over Ireland. The team’s impressive performance throughout the pool stage has set a positive tone for their upcoming matches in the knockout rounds.
This win is not only a significant achievement for Indian hockey but also underscores the team’s resurgence on the global stage, as they continue to build momentum in their quest for Olympic glory.
