India could not convert PC (Penalty Corners) to possible goals. Harmanpreet Singh-led side was below par in this regard.
India lost the advantage in most circle penetrations. New Zealand defenders were quick to take the ball away from the circle.
Penalty Shoot-outs test you under pressure. Indian Hockey Team buckled big time under pressure as they lost the match in sudden death.
Indian defenders were surprisingly out-of-form against a low-ranked team. Black Sticks were excellent with short passes and made inroads.
India being the host nation, were in tremendous pressure to deliver in this edition. With key players out from the side, their confidence took a dent when Hardik was ruled out.