India placed in tough Pool B in men’s hockey competition of Paris Olympics | Hockey News – Times of India
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NEW DELHI: Asian Games champions and Tokyo Olympics bronze medallists Indian men's hockey team faces a challenging draw in Pool B at the upcoming Paris Games.The eight-time champions India have been clubbed with formidable opponents, including reigning Olympic champions and world number two, Belgium, powerhouse Australia, Rio Games gold medallist Argentina, New Zealand, and Ireland.India, currently ranked third globally, secured a historic bronze medal in Tokyo, ending a 41-year medal drought. The team has historically found it challenging to overcome opponents like Tokyo silver medallist Australia and Argentina.In Pool A, the competing teams include Netherlands, Germany, Great Britain, Spain, France, and South Africa.The International Hockey Federation (FIH) revealed the pools fo...