Men's Hockey World Cup 2018 India vs Belgium highlights: India 2-2 Belgium FULL TIME

Men's Hockey World Cup 2018: India vs Belgium encounter ended in a 2-2 draw in one of the most thrilling encounters of the Hockey World Cup 2018 in front of a capacity crowd at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Harmanpreet and Simranjeet were the goal scorers for India. Alexander Hendrickx and Gougnad scored for Belgium.

Background

                                                        Men's Hockey World Cup LIVE UPDATES: India vs BelgiumIndia will be optimistic of clearing a stern test awaiting them Sunday in the form of world number three Belgium, to guarantee a direct entry into the quarterfinals. Seeking to rewrite history after 43 years, the Indian men's hockey team made a strong start in the elite 16-nation tournament, with a 5-0 thrashing of South Africa on Wednesday. Come Sunday, the Indians will have to be at their best in all departments to get the better of the ever-improving Red Lions, who will be out to prove a point after a not-so-impressive opener. The Indian forward line comprising Mandeep Singh, Simranjeet Singh, Akashdeep Singh and Lalit Upadhyay impressed against South Africa. While Simranjeet scored a brace, all three other strikers struck a goal each. The Manpreet Singh-led midfield and the backline too did a decent job the other day but defenders Harmanpreet Singh, Birendra Lakra, Surender Kumar and goalkeeper P R Sreejesh will have to be on their toes against the attacking Belgians. The last time the two teams played each other was in the final edition of the Champions Trophy earlier this year in Breda, Netherlands where India conceded a late goal to settle for a 1-1 draw. The magnitude of a World Cup match is different and both teams are aware that a single mistake can ruin their hopes and aspirations.Where will be the India vs Belgium match in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2018 played?The India vs Belgium match in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2018 will be played at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.What time does the India vs Belgium match in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2018 begin (time in IST)?The India vs Belgium match in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2018 will begin at 7 pm IST.Where to watch the live telecast of the India vs Belgium match in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2018?The India vs Belgium match in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2018 will be telecast on Star Sports Network and Doordarshan.Where to follow the live streaming of India vs Belgium match in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2018?The live streaming of the India vs Belgium match in Men’s Hockey World Cup 2018 can be followed on the official YouTube channel of International Hockey Federation (FIH). The live streaming will also be available on Hotstar. For live updates, you can follow www.abplive.in. 

02/12/2018 20:38:06

India’s Varun Kumar has been awarded the Player of the Match for his all-round performance in the game. His tackling in the defence was impeccable and not to forget it was his forceful penalty corner that earned India a penalty stroke, which resulted in India’s equalizer.

02/12/2018 20:36:16

India’s Varun Kumar has been awarded the Player of the Match for his all-round performance in the game. His tackling in the defence was impeccable and not to forget it was his forceful penalty corner that earned India a penalty stroke, which resulted in India’s equalizer.

02/12/2018 20:32:26

That’s the game! The final hooter goes off. It’s India 2-2 Belgium FULL TIME. What a great game of Hockey these two top sides dished out for the capacity crowd at the Kalinga Stadium.

02/12/2018 20:30:43

Goal-keeper Vanasch taken off, Belgium going all out to get the third goal and possibly a win with only 2 minutes to go. Can India take advantage and a get a late goal of their own?

02/12/2018 20:26:40

GOAL! Belgium have equalized through Simon Gougnard. A defensive lapse from India allows Belgium to make a comeback in the match. It’s India 2-2 Belgium at the Kalinga Stadium. One gets the feeling, this is not the last goal in this match.

02/12/2018 20:24:01

GOAL! Belgium have equalized through Simon Gougnard. A defensive lapse from India allows Belgium to make a comeback in the match. It’s India 2-2 Belgium at the Kalinga Stadium. One gets the feeling, this is not the last goal in this match.

02/12/2018 20:22:53

Lalit Yadav gives the crowd something to cheer for as he showcases some flair in the middle of the turf. India are all over Belgium. They need to hold Belgium for six more minutes to win this match.

02/12/2018 20:15:10

GOAL! Simranjeet scores, his third goal of the Hockey World Cup 2018. What fine piece of Hockey from India. Chinglesana with the through run and credit to Simranjeet for waiting patiently and deflecting it inside the net. It’s India 2-1 Belgium

02/12/2018 20:11:55

END OF THIRD QUARTER! What a brilliant passage of play for India. Harmanpreet drew level with the penalty stroke. India could’ve ended up with one more. It’s India 1-1 Belgium after 45 minutes of play

02/12/2018 20:08:14

END OF THIRD QUARTER! What a brilliant passage of play for India. Harmanpreet drew level with the penalty stroke. India could’ve ended up with one more. It’s India 1-1 Belgium after 45 minutes of play

02/12/2018 20:03:15

GOAL! Harmanpreet with a superb penalty stroke down the right corner, Vanasch went towards his left side and the Kalinga stadium erupts. India have got the equalizer. It’s India 1-1 Belgium after 38 minutes in the match.

02/12/2018 20:01:36

A PENALTY STROKE for India! The second penalty corner results in a penalty stroke for India. Varun with the shot, it beats the keeper but hits straight on the foot of the Belgian defender.

02/12/2018 19:59:18

Successful referral for India. The penalty corner awarded to Belgium has been reversed as a free hit to India. India have come alive in the 3rd quarter.

02/12/2018 19:56:23

Harmanpreet with a bullet-like shot but once against Vanasch to the rescue for Belgium. The keeper once again denies India a certain goal. The penalty corner goes in vain.

02/12/2018 19:54:49

Penalty corner for India – their first of the match. The credit goes to Lalit and Manpreet, both of them kept the pressure on and earned a penalty corner for India.

02/12/2018 19:53:34

What a save by the Belgium keeper Vincent Vanasch. Manpreet with the aerial pass, well trapped by Simranjeet but Dilpreet fails to put it past the Belgian keeper. This has to be the best chance India had so far.

02/12/2018 19:51:04

Great start by India in the third quarter. Akashdeep and Simranjeet rip through the Belgium defence. But some desperate act the defenders denies India an equalizer.

02/12/2018 19:42:16

Great start by India in the third quarter. Akashdeep and Simranjeet rip through the Belgium defence. But some desperate act the defenders denies India an equalizer.

02/12/2018 19:40:12

The half-time hooter goes off. End of quarter 2. India are yet to get the desired equalizer. It’s Belgium 1-0 India at the of the second quarter at the Kalinga Stadium.

02/12/2018 19:38:42

Sreejesh had to be alert! It was almost 2-0 for Belgium. Just three-four passes between Belgium mid-fielders and straight into the Indian D. Something to learn for the Indian mid-fielders. They have not been able to keep the ball for long.

02/12/2018 19:33:54

5 minutes to go for half-time. Belgium are keeping the pressure on India. 57% of their attacks have come through the centre line. Can India make a comeback?

02/12/2018 19:31:11

5 minutes to go for half-time. Belgium are keeping the pressure on India. 57% of their attacks have come through the centre line. Can India make a comeback?

02/12/2018 19:30:25

GREEN CARD for Akashdeep Singh. India down to 10 men for 5 minutes, this could be a crucial point in the match. Belgium will look to take the numerical advantage

02/12/2018 19:28:28

Dilpreet goes for the goal but ends up shooting it wide. Lalit Yadav had made a sprint and was waiting inside the D for a pass but Dilpreet decides otherwise, much to the disappointment of the Indians.

02/12/2018 19:26:53

THE 2nd QUARTER BEGINS! India on the attack. The crowd slowly finding their voice back. India need to keep the pressure on.

02/12/2018 19:22:03

The first hooter goes off! It’s the end of the first quarter. Akashdeep had a golden opportunity to bring India level but the Belgium goal-keeper came to their rescue. It’s Belgium 1-0 India at the end of the first quarter.

02/12/2018 19:20:33

Belgium once again on the attack. This time through the left flank. The Belgian midfield is keeping the Indian defenders on their toes. It’s still Belgium 1-0 India.

02/12/2018 19:17:25

India have made a quick recovery after Belgium's goal and are spending some time pressuring their opponents' circle. Akashdeep in the lead with his speed and agility.

02/12/2018 19:13:51

GOAL! Third-time lucky for Belgium. Pin drop silence in the Kalinga Stadium. A thunderous drag-flick from the Hendrickx and Belgium have taken a 1-0 lead very early in the match.

02/12/2018 19:11:06

India’s first positive move is led by Chinglensana Singh. It’s a superb run down the right flank but his attempt to shoot a long-ranger finds the Belgium goalkeeper rather an Indian stick. Exciting stuff here!

02/12/2018 19:08:32

India’s first positive move is led by Chinglensana Singh. It’s a superb run down the right flank but his attempt to shoot a long-ranger finds the Belgium goalkeeper rather an Indian stick. Exciting stuff here!

02/12/2018 19:05:48

The first penalty corner hit the Indian defender’s foot resulting in yet another penalty corner for Belgium inside two minutes. But Sreejesh was up to the task. A great save by the Indian keeper. India evade danger with loud cheers from the crowd. It’s India 0-0 Belgium.

02/12/2018 19:04:05

Action straight away and in front of India’s goal, Belgium opts for a referral and a successful one it is. A PENALTY CORNER for Belgium.

02/12/2018 18:57:54

Action straight away and in front of India’s goal, Belgium opts for a referral and a successful one it is. A PENALTY CORNER for Belgium.

02/12/2018 18:54:12

Stats and Trivia
1) India are ranked fifth in the world while Belgium are ranked third.
2) The two sides have met 19 times since 2013 and Belgium have won 13 of those with India winning only five games.
3) In the last eight encounters, India have just managed to Belgium once.
4) Belgium, the Rio Olympics silver medallists, are one of the favourites to win the Hockey World Cup 2018.

02/12/2018 18:49:41

The previous match between Canada and South Africa ended in a 1-1 draw, meaning it will be a face-off between India and Belgium to secure direct qualification for the quarterfinals. We are 10 minutes away from the start.

02/12/2018 18:42:24

Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the all-important Pool C encounter between India and Belgium of the Hockey World Cup 2018. This match in all probability will decide who will be the one to qualify directly for the quarterfinals. Hosts India had beaten South Africa 5-0 while Belgium had to struggle to beat Canada.