Men's Hockey World Cup 2018: India need to start well to harbour medal hope: Deepak Thakur

The wait for the 14^th edition of Men’s Hockey World Cup 2018 is almost over as the opening ceremony of the mega event begins in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. The Kalinga Stadium, where the colourful inaugural programme is scheduled to be held and the matches played, is ready with flags of the participating countries already hoisted.

The main sporting event will kickstart from November 28, Wednesday, where hosts India will take on South Africa.  The first match of the day will be played between Belgium and Canada.