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India among six World Cup title contenders, says Dutch great Stephan Veen

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Stephan Veen (r) opined that India needs to work consistently for better results.

Hockey World Cup 2018-19: The game is almost dead in Pakistan, says AHF CEO Ikram

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Besides the five-a-side event, the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) also has plans to launch its Super League. (File picture)

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Mats Grambusch (left) of Germany attempts to play a scoop shot during the quarterfinal match against Belgium.
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Hockey World Cup 2018 quarterfinal: Germany 1-2 Belgium

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A general view of the Kalinga stadium, the venue of the 2018 Hockey World Cup.

Is reinvigorated England in the ascendancy?

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England players take a ‘selfie’ photograph as they celebrate victory over Argentina in the quarterfinals of the FIH Hockey World Cup at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday.

Hockey World Cup 2018: We are ready for the challenge, says Harendra Singh

Uthra Ganesan
Too often, his statements might appear more bravado than fact but Harendra has insisted that his confidence stems from his faith in the players.

Hockey World Cup: The real World Cup begins now, says Harendra Singh

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Harendra Singh... “I’m happy but can’t be very happy [with India’s performances so far].”

Manpreet plays down official 'yelling' at players in Kalinga Stadium VIP lounge

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In the quarterfinal clash of the World Cup, India takes on Netherlands.
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A general view of the Kalinga stadium, the venue of the 2018 Hockey World Cup.

India up against dominant Dutch after 12 years

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The only time the two teams have faced off in a knockout round of the World Cup was way back in 1973, when Netherlands edged past India on penalties.
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