India produced a thrilling performance to defeat Pakistan 4-3 in the FIH Pro League and extend their decade-long unbeaten streak against their arch-rivals in international hockey. The victory moved India to seventh place in the standings and marked another memorable chapter in the India vs Pakistan hockey rivalry.

Pakistan struck first through Ahmad Nadeem’s penalty corner before Abhishek equalised with a quick rebound finish. India then took control as Nilakanta Sharma converted from a penalty corner to hand the visitors a 2-1 halftime lead.

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In the second half, Sukhjeet Singh’s field goal and Rajinder Singh’s penalty corner finish stretched India’s advantage to 4-1. Pakistan fought back late with goals from Abu Mahmood and Moin Shakeel, creating a tense finish. India held firm under pressure and will next face England in the London leg of the FIH Pro League.