'More than pressure, it’s responsibility': Harmanpreet determined to break 51-year World Cup medal drought

Harmanpreet Singh, captain of India’s hockey team, said ahead of the World Cup that he was optimistic and determined to break a 51-year medal drought.

The team’s training has included mentoring newcomers on managing expectations for their first World Cup, and several skilled drag flickers in the squad have eased pressure on the captain.

Valuable insights from recent Pro League matches against Pakistan and England have further bolstered their confidence.