Smarting from a disappointing performance against Wales and hit further in their gut with in-form midfielder Hardik Singh being ruled out, India will be looking to regain their mojo against an upbeat New Zealand in their crossover game here on Sunday.
A below-par show against debutants Wales denying them a direct quarterfinal berth, hosts India would look to address their attacking woes against a plucky New Zealand for a place in the last-eight stage of the FIH Men s Hockey World Cup on Sunday
India cannot drop the intensity and quality it showed against Spain as England too are on a high after a 5-0 thrashing of Wales in their opening match.
A perfect start to their campaign with a dominant win over Spain, notwithstanding, India will face a stern test when they take on an equally impressive England in their second pool match of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup here on Sunday. India outclassed Spain 2-0 with a near-flawless show in their opening Pool D match on Friday at the brand new Birsa Munda stadium but England