India vs Australia Hockey Tour 2025: Match-by-Match Breakdown
Here’s how the four-match friendly series unfolded in Perth, Australia from August 15 to August 21, 2025:
| Date | Result | Location |
|---|---|---|
| August 15, 2025 | Australia 4-1 India | Perth Hockey Stadium |
| August 16, 2025 | Australia 3-0 India | Perth Hockey Stadium |
| August 19, 2025 | India 3-2 Australia | Perth Hockey Stadium |
| August 21, 2025 | Australia 3-2 India | Perth Hockey Stadium |
Australia clinched the series with a 3-1 advantage over the four games. India managed a single win in the third match but couldn’t sustain momentum. The home team dominated early and closed out the series strongly.
Context and Performance Overview
India’s Struggles Prior to the Tour
Before traveling to Australia, India was enduring a rough patch in the FIH Pro League. On June 14, 2025, they suffered a 3-2 defeat to Australia—despite leading by two goals thanks to a brace from Abhishek—marking their fifth consecutive loss in Pro League play.
This marked a deeper downturn: India finished the Pro League season with poor form, ending in eighth place with just six wins and ten losses. The four-match Australia tour was meant as a high-stakes prep run ahead of the Asia Cup.
Key Takeaways from the Series
- Defensive lapses cost India early. Heavy scorelines in the first two matches (4-1 and 3-0) exposed persistent issues at the back.
- Fightback in match three. India showed character and fire to grab a 3-2 win on August 19, offering a glimpse of resilience and attacking potential.
- Australia’s consistency paid off. The hosts closed the series 3-1, thanks to disciplined performances and stronger finishes.
What’s Next for India
As of September 9, 2025, precise details of India’s next fixtures aren’t available. However, with the 2025 Asia Cup just concluded, the focus will shift to refining performance ahead of that and the upcoming FIH World Cup qualification campaign.
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