New hockey World Cup format presents an arduous path

The top two sides from each pool will progress to the second stage, which will be split into two groups of four. The top two there will qualify for the semifinalsThe top two sides from each pool will progress to the second stage, which will be split into two groups of four. The top two there will qualify for the semifinals https://www.thehindu.com/sport/hockey/new-hockey-world-cup-format-presents-an-arduous-path/article71329827.ece 2026-08-10T17:43:48.000Z Hockey {}