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Amandeep Lakra says team has identified chinks and worked hard to cover all aspects of game. Motivated by senior men's team's bronze medal at Olympics, he dreams of achieving same milestone.

NEW DELHI: Talented forward Uttam Singh will lead India in the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup, to be held in Kuala Lumpur from December 5 to 16.

India failed to defend their Sultan of Johor Cup title, losing 3-6 to Germany. India's goals were scored by Amandeep Lakra, Uttam Singh, and Rohit. Germany dominated, scoring through Christian Franz, Nikas Berendts, Peer Hinrichs, and Sperling Florian. India will face the losers of Australia-Pakistan in the 3rd-4th place play-off.

India made a positive start and earned a PC in the opening minute of the match. Lakra was on target to capitalise from the early opportunity, flicking the ball powerfully past New Zealand goalkeeper Luke Elmes, and earning a confidence-inducing 1-0 lead in the second minute.