India Women Qualify for Hockey World Cup Second Round

The Indian women's hockey team secured a spot in the second round of the 2026 World Cup after a hard-fought 0-0 draw against England on August 21.

Goalkeeper Bichu Devi played a pivotal role, making several crucial saves to keep the scoreline level and ensure India's progression in the tournament.

India now advances to the next stage, where they will face tougher competition as they look to improve their standing in the global rankings.