India made a spirited fightback in the second half but failed to earn a direct berth in next year’s hockey World Cup as they lost the high-scoring summit clash 3-4 to defending champions South Korea, in Ipoh on Sunday.
The Indians, who are virtually assured of a place in the game’s showpiece event to be held at The Hague, Netherlands, needed to win the eight-nation tournament to secure a direct entry in the World Cup.
Korea’s fourth title win means Malaysia are certain to return to the World Cup after a gap of 12 years.
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