June 6, 2014 8:57 AM

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World Cup Hockey: India hold Spain to a draw

India finally managed to earn their first points in the Men's World Cup Hockey at the Hague, Netherlands as they held Spain to a 1-1 draw last night. Custodian PR Sreejesh effected at least four brilliant saves. he Indian goalkeeper fought gallantly to effect numerous saves as Spain's strikers often broke past the jittery Indian defence only to find Sreejesh standing like a rock. India went into the lead, for the first time in this World Cup, courtesy a penalty stroke conversion by Rupinder Pal Singh in the 28th minute.Roc Olivia equalized for Spain with a low flick just one minute before half-time after Sreejesh had blocked two earlier shots at the goal. It was the third encounter for both the teams in Group A. At present, Spain have two points.In two other Group A games yesterday, Australia beat Belgium3-1, while England defeated Malaysia 2-0.

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