Perth [Australia], Hosts Australia won 2-1 against the Indian men's hockey team in the third game of the five-match Test series here, ending a thorny clash that showcased exceptional defensive prowess from both sides. Jugraj Singh (41') was the only goalscorer for India, while Jeremy Hayward (44' 49') scored two goals for the hosts. India started the game by dominating possession. , while Australia adopted a counter-attacking approach. This strategy worked in favor of the hosts as they got their first penalty corner of the match. Despite this opportunity, Indian goalkeeper PR Sreejesh showed extraordinary alertness to thwart Australia's attempt and keep the score level. As the match progressed, Australia continued to push forward and earned three consecutive penalty corners in the 10th minute.However, Sreejesh's brilliant bowling between the posts once again prevented the hosts from taking the lead, thwarting their attempts to take the lead.
India, on the other hand, showcased their attacking prowess with quick passing and strategic infiltration of the Australian defense and eventually won their penalty corner. Despite the opportunity, they could not take advantage of it and failed to convert it into goals. The opening quarter concluded with both teams unable to break the deadlock, leaving the score line unchanged and the score 0–0. From the start of the second quarter, Australia attacked relentlessly, yet India's resilient defense bolstered by a stellar performance from goalkeeper Sreejesh thwarted every attempt.In reply, India stepped up their attacking efforts, consistently penetrating the Australian circle and threatening their goal. Despite coming very close to scoring, neither team was able to take advantage of the chances, resulting in a goalless finish to the second quarter, with the scoreboard stuck at 0–0. Australia were awarded an early penalty corner at the start of the third quarter, yet failed to convert it. In contrast, India seized the opportunity to break the deadlock, with Jugraj Singh (41') firing a powerful shot from the penalty corner to give the visitors the lead, however, India's advantage was short-lived as Australia were awarded a penalty stroke Was gone, which was skillfully replaced. Jeremy Hayward (44') quickly restored parity for the hosts as the final quarter ended with the scores level at 1–1.Australia won consecutive penalty corners at the start of the fourth and final quarter and this time they finally managed to convert one as Jeremy Hayward (49') again gave the hosts the lead through a powerful shot. On their side, Australia were able to put pressure on India with consistent pressure and that ultimately helped them stop India from getting the equalizer as they won 2–1 in a closely contested match.
The Indian men's hockey team will face Australia in its fourth match on Friday.
India, on the other hand, showcased their attacking prowess with quick passing and strategic infiltration of the Australian defense and eventually won their penalty corner. Despite the opportunity, they could not take advantage of it and failed to convert it into goals. The opening quarter concluded with both teams unable to break the deadlock, leaving the score line unchanged and the score 0–0. From the start of the second quarter, Australia attacked relentlessly, yet India's resilient defense bolstered by a stellar performance from goalkeeper Sreejesh thwarted every attempt.In reply, India stepped up their attacking efforts, consistently penetrating the Australian circle and threatening their goal. Despite coming very close to scoring, neither team was able to take advantage of the chances, resulting in a goalless finish to the second quarter, with the scoreboard stuck at 0–0. Australia were awarded an early penalty corner at the start of the third quarter, yet failed to convert it. In contrast, India seized the opportunity to break the deadlock, with Jugraj Singh (41') firing a powerful shot from the penalty corner to give the visitors the lead, however, India's advantage was short-lived as Australia were awarded a penalty stroke Was gone, which was skillfully replaced. Jeremy Hayward (44') quickly restored parity for the hosts as the final quarter ended with the scores level at 1–1.Australia won consecutive penalty corners at the start of the fourth and final quarter and this time they finally managed to convert one as Jeremy Hayward (49') again gave the hosts the lead through a powerful shot. On their side, Australia were able to put pressure on India with consistent pressure and that ultimately helped them stop India from getting the equalizer as they won 2–1 in a closely contested match.
The Indian men's hockey team will face Australia in its fourth match on Friday.
