Ind vs Arg Olympics Hockey: Harmanpreet's Late Equalizer Rescues India, But PC Conversion Woes Persist
The Indian men’s hockey team faced Argentina in their second match of the Paris Olympics, resulting in a tense 1–1 draw. While Harmanpreet Singh’s last-minute equalizer saved India from a potential defeat, the team’s overall performance left much to be desired, particularly in terms of Penalty Corner (PC) conversion. Paris: India's captain Harmanpreet Singh celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the Pool B hockey match between India and Argentina at the 2024 Summer Olympics, in Paris, France, Monday, July 29, 2024. Match Highlights India managed to take 15 shots on goal but only scored once, highlighting a sub-optimal 7% efficiency. The match against New Zealand saw a slightly better conversion rate, with India scoring thrice from 11 shots, resulting in a 27% efficiency. The stark difference in these statistics points to a significant area of concern for the team. Early Struggles In both matches, India conceded early goals, going down 0–1 against both New Zealand an...