P.R. Sreejesh, an experienced goalkeeper, made the game-winning save as the Indian men’s hockey team defeated Spain on penalties in a FIH Pro League match. The two clubs were tied 2-2 in regulation time. Jarmanpreet Singh (1st minute) and Abhishek (35th) scored for India, while Jose Basterra (3rd) and Borja Lacalle (15th) scored for Spain during normal time.
The penalty shootout was again a thrilling contest, with the two teams tied 7-7 until Lalit Kumar Upadhyay put India ahead. Indian custodian Sreejesh then made a crucial save, denying Spain captain Marc Miralles, to secure the victory for the hosts. India will meet the Netherlands on Wednesday.