The match started with a very close contest in the first quarter. Australia held the majority of possession, but India stayed resilient with strong defense and effective counterattacks.
The Hobart leg presents an important opportunity for the team to reassess combinations and fine-tune its structure as it builds towards the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup and the Asian Games.
In the home leg, India endured a forgettable run against Belgium and Argentina that dented their early campaign momentum.
The fixture had been set to mark the venue’s first-ever match under lights, but planning setbacks and ongoing work affecting spectator access left Cricket Australia (CA) with no option but to move the game to Tasmania.
