Amstelveen, June 12 -- India suffered a close 1-2 defeat against Argentina in their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024/25 game at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, Netherlands.

According to a release from Hockey India, Jugraj Singh (4') netted a goal for the Indian team, while for Argentina, Tomas Domene (9', 49') scored a brace.

Notably, India's regular Captain Harmanpreet Singh missed the game due to a finger tissue injury sustained in the previous match. In his absence, Vice Captain Hardik Singh stepped up to lead the team.

Argentina started the game with high pressing and greater ball possession, but India responded with sharp passing and swift circle entries. This early momentum earned them a penalty corner, which Jugraj Singh (4'...