NED vs IND FIH Pro League 2025 LIVE UPDATES: India 1-1 Netherlands in 1st half

NED vs IND FIH Pro League 2025 LIVE: Centurion Abhishek breaks the deadlock on the day as India go ahead in the 20th minute of the tie.
NED vs IND FIH Pro League 2025 LIVE: The Indian men's hockey team take on the Netherlands once again in the European leg of the FIH Pro League today, aiming to bounce back after a close defeat in their opening match. The first quarter ended 0-0 with both sides getting half chances but not able to convert them into the breakthrough. Harmanpreet's men did however, look aggressive on the attack with Abhishek getting a shot from outside the box just wide of the goal.
In Saturday's fixture, India started on a strong note, with captain Harmanpreet Singh converting a penalty corner to give his side a 1-0 lead. However, the reigning Olympic champions Netherlands mounted a determined comeback. Thijs van Dam emerged as the match-winner for the Dutch, scoring twice, including the decisive goal in the 58th minute, to hand India a 2-1 loss.
Although the result didn't go in their favor, the Indian squad showed positive signs, especially during the early phases of the game. With seven matches remaining in the tournament, the team has a promising opportunity to improve their standing. Currently placed fourth with 15 points, India will be looking to capitalize on Monday's encounter to get back on track. The upcoming match offers a key chance for both redemption and momentum as the tournament progresses.
Netherlands squad:
Boris Aardenburg, Lars Balk, Teun Beins, Koen Bijen, Justen Blok, Menno Boeren, Timo Boers, Daan Bonhof, Hidde Brink, Thierry Brinkman, Miles Bukkens, Boris Burkhardt, Jorrit Croon, Max de Bie, Jonas de Geus, Joep de Mol, Derck de Vilder, Luke Dommershuijzen, Tjep Hoedemakers, Olivier Hortensius, David Huussen, Guus Jansen, Jip Janssen, Tim Knapper, Derk Meijer, Floris Middendorp, Terrance Pieters, Pepijn Reijenga, Tijmen Reijenga, Sheldon Schouten, Duco Telgenkamp, Joep Troost, Jasper Tukkers, Bram van Battum, Thijs van Dam, Pepijn van der Heijden, Casper van der Veen, Steijn van Heijningen, Lucas Veen, Maurits Visser, Floris Wortelboer
Netherlands vs India FIH Pro League 2025 Live: Start time
The Netherlands vs India FIH Pro League match on 9 June will begin at 6:00 PM IST.
Netherlands vs India FIH Pro League 2025 Live telecast: The match on 9 June will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network in India.
Netherlands vs India FIH Pro League 2025 Live streaming: The match will be streamed live on the JioHotstar apps and websites in India.
Stay tuned here for all the live updates of the Netherlands vs India FIH Pro League 2025 match.
6:41 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: Van Dam equalises for the Dutch!
Van Dam gets the equaliser for Netherlands as he taps in the assist from his skipper to make it 1-1 in the 24th minute.
6:36 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: Abhishek breaks the deadlock!
Abhishek gets the opening goal with a power hit from close range into the roof of the net.
6:32 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: 2nd quarter begins!
The 2nd quarter begins with India kicking it off.
6:29 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: All square after the first 15!
The 1st quarter ends at 0-0 with both sides getting half chances but not able to convert it into a breakthrough
6:25 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: Disruptive play so far!
The play so far has been interuppted with small fouls with both sides getting free hits in the middle of the pitch. Both teams not giving too much space to each other so far.
6:19 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: Pieters misses a chance!
Pieters deflection off the shot from outside the box goes wide of the goal. Both sides getting chances now.
6:18 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: Abhishek shoots it just wide!
The centurion Abhishek tried to shoot from outside the penalty area and is just wide from the goal.
6:17 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: India slowing down the attack!
India are passing the ball around and looking for gaps patiently for now.
6:13 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: Action begins!
Netherlands kick off the tie with India attacking from left to right in the 1st quarter.
6:08 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: National anthems underway!
The national anthems have begun with both teams about to start the tie.
5:47 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: India standings!
India are currently placed on 4th spot with 15 points from 9 games so far. A win today could see them jump to the top spot of the table with Netherlands on 17 points for now.
5:36 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: Action to begin soon!
We are less than half an hour away from the action to begin as the anticipation rises ahead of a rematch between the two sides today. Crucial points in store for the winner as well.
5:13 PM
NED vs IND FIH Pro League LIVE UPDATES: WC qualification on the line!
With seven matches still remaining in the tournament, India holds the fourth spot on the points table with 15 points. With qualification for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 on the line, the team will be determined to perform strongly in the upcoming games and secure as many points as possible against tough competition.

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