The Indian women’s hockey team continued its downward spiral, losing its third consecutive match in the FIH Pro League 3-0 against Australia at the Kalinga Stadium on Wednesday.
An aggressive start and a wasted early penalty corner was the lone bright spot for the team that has been struggling to get anything going for it. Nothing seems to be working for the team, with every player in every department appearing more desperate than decisive on the field.
Australia has been less than impressive here, but on Wednesday, it was clearly the superior side. Its first goal exposed both the Indians’ lack of tactical awareness and their fitness.