India hold England 0-0 in Pool D to reach Women's Hockey World Cup second round

India and England played to a 0-0 draw in Pool D at the Women's Hockey World Cup on August 20, 2026, with India advancing to the tournament's second round.

China topped Pool D with seven points and England were eliminated; India progressed unbeaten with two draws and one win, and goalkeeper Bichu Devi made a crucial save in the final seconds.