India vs Netherlands Hockey World Cup Match Details

India will play their first match in the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 against the Netherlands on Saturday at Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen. The game starts at 7:30 PM IST.

India enters the second round without any points from Pool D, unlike England who topped the pool with an unbeaten record. India had a strong finish to the pool stage, defeating Pakistan 5-3 and showing improved attacking skills. This match against the Netherlands will be a fresh start for India.

The rivalry between India and the Netherlands dates back to 1973 when the Dutch won in the final. The Netherlands has historically dominated India, winning seven of their eight previous meetings. This match is an opportunity for India to break this streak on Dutch soil.

The game will air live on Star Sports SD and HD channels in India. It can also be streamed live on the JioStar app.

India’s team includes Harmanpreet Singh as captain, while the Netherlands’ squad features Derk Meijer and other key players. Both teams are expected to put up a strong performance.