India began their London leg of the FIH Pro League with a thrilling 4-3 victory over arch-rivals Pakistan at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre.
Pakistan struck first through Ahmad Nadeem, but India responded strongly with goals from Abhishek, Nilakanta Sharma, Sukhjeet Singh and Rajinder Singh. India led 4-1 before Pakistan mounted a late comeback through penalty-corner goals, including one from Moin Shakeel.
Despite the late pressure, India held firm to secure a crucial win and move up to seventh place in the Pro League standings.