India produced a ruthless performance to hammer arch-rivals Pakistan 7-1 in the FIH Pro League 2025-26 here on Friday, registering their second victory over the neighbours in three days.

The match at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre saw India extend their unbeaten run against Pakistan to 10 years. This was also India’s fourth win of the season as they climbed to seventh place on the points table. Pakistan, on the other hand, continued their dismal run, suffering their 15th straight defeat and remaining at the bottom.

Pakistan drew first blood in the 13th minute when Abu Mahmood converted a penalty corner. It was the same player who had scored in the previous meeting between the two sides. However, India took complete control of the game in the second quarter.

Sukhjeet Singh equalised in the 20th minute. Captain Harmanpreet Singh then gave India the lead six minutes later. The floodgates opened after that as Hardik Singh and Jugraj Singh scored in back-to-back minutes in the 34th and 35th. Jugraj’s strike came from a swift counter-attack.

Abhishek added another goal in the 41st minute, his second against Pakistan in two matches. Raj Kumar Pal made it 6-1 in the 44th minute before Dilpreet Singh completed the rout in the 54th. In all, seven different Indian players got their names on the scoresheet.

The match was not without concern. Pakistan forward Ahmad Nadeem was hit on the face in the second quarter and had to leave the field in a wheelchair after receiving medical attention. The extent of his injury is not yet known.

The comprehensive victory will boost India’s confidence as they continue their Pro League campaign. The team, under new captain Harmanpreet Singh, showed sharp attacking intent and solid defensive structure after the early setback.

Pakistan, struggling throughout the season, could not find any rhythm despite the early lead. Their defence looked vulnerable against India’s quick transitions and set-piece execution.

This result further highlights the growing gap between the two traditional rivals in world hockey. While India continues to evolve and compete with top teams, Pakistan are finding it difficult to secure even a single point in the league.

The Indian team will now look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches. For Pakistan, the focus remains on damage control and finding ways to stop the slide.