Hockey World Cup 2023 Crossovers Schedule has been finalized after the group stage matches which happened earlier today in Odisha. The four teams which have earned a direct entry into the quarterfinals are Australia, Belgium, England and Netherlands.
Four teams which finished last and will return home after the group stage are Japan, South Africa, Wales and Chile. The remaining eight teams, namely India, New Zealand, Germany, Argentina, France, Malaysia, Korea and Spain have booked a place in the crossovers round.
There will be four matches in the crossovers round. Winner will advance to the quarterfinals. Loser will return home. Here is the full list of matches.
Hockey World Cup 2023 Crossovers Match List
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- Malaysia vs. Spain, January 22, 2023, 4:30 PM IST.
- India vs. New Zealand, January 22, 2023, 7:00 PM IST.
- Germany vs. France, January 23, 2023, 4:30 PM IST.
- Argentina vs. Korea, January 23, 2023, 7:00 PM IST.
All matches will take place at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.
Where to watch Hockey World Cup 2023 crossovers matches in India?
Hockey World Cup 2023 is live on Star Sports Select 2 and Star Sports Select 2 HD in English commentary. Hindi commentary is available on Star Sports First. Fans can stream the matches live on Disney+ Hotstar website and application.
Besides, DD Sports will telecast the match of Team India. That match will be free to air on the Doordarshan network.
When is India’s next match in Hockey World Cup 2023?
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India’s next match is in the crossover round against New Zealand on January 22, 2023 at 7:00 PM IST. The match will happen at the Kalinga Stadium.
Which team will India face in quarterfinals in Hockey World Cup 2023?
If India win the crossover round match against New Zealand, they will square off against defending champions Belgium in the quarterfinals. It will be a stern test for India because Belgium are among the strongest teams in the mega event.