Hockey WC: Indian Midfielder Hardik Singh Ruled Out Due to Injury

Bhubaneswar: Injured midfielder Hardik Singh was on Saturday ruled of the remainder of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup, dealing a big blow to India ahead of their crossovers match against New Zealand on Sunday.

The 24-year-old Hardik failed to recover from a hamstring injury sustained at the fag end of India’s second pool match against England on January 15.

His absence will be a big setback for India as they have been struggling in the attacking department, and also considering the fact that they will face defending champions Belgium in the quarterfinals if they beat New Zealand on Sunday.