We examine the latest points table, results, schedule & streaming details from the 2023 Sultan of Johor Cup, which will feature India vs New Zealand on Monday, with the winner confirming their place in the semi-final
At the 2023 Sultan of Johor Cup, the reigning champions India will be optimistic of a victory against New Zealand at the Taman Daya Hockey Stadium on Monday. CR Kumar, India’s head coach, will be leading his team on a familiar turf, where they have claimed the championship title three times (in 2013, 2014, and 2022) and finished as runners-up on four occasions (in 2012, 2015, 2018, and 2019).
Sultan of Johor Cup hockey 2023 live points table today, schedule, dates, time, results, live streaming telecast
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2023 Sultan of Johor Cup India vs New Zealand schedule, latest results, score, & updated standings
On Monday, India will face-off against New Zealand at the 2023 Sultan of Johor Cup knowing they can confirm their place in the semi-final by avoiding defeat. Currently, India sit at the top of Group A with 4-points from 2 games. Meanwhile, New Zealand sit in third-place with only one win from three games. The Kiwis, who narrowly defeated the Malaysian young tigers 3-2 and suffered a 2-3 loss against Pakistan, are entering the competition as underdogs against the reigning Junior Asia Cup champions.
Among other matches of Monday, there is anticipation of an intense showdown between the two-time champions Australia and the 2012 winner, Germany. Meanwhile, Great Britain and South Africa will be eager to secure their initial points in the tournament. Earlier, South Africa suffered a 1-6 defeat against Germany in their first match, while Great Britain faced a 0-3 loss against Australia in their opening game.
Sultan of Johor Cup 2023: preliminary round standings & point table
Group A Point Table
| Position | Country | Games | Win | Draw | Loss | Points |
| 1 | Germany | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 | Australia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 | Great Britain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 4 | South Africa | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Group B Point Table
| Position | Country | Games | Win | Draw | Loss | Points |
| 1 | India | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2 | Pakistan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | New Zealand | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 4 | Malaysia | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
2023 Sultan of Johor Cup: results & schedule
Pool A Games:
- 27 October 2023
18:05
Australia 3–0 Great Britain - 28 October 2023
16:05
Germany 6-1 South Africa - 30 October 2023
16:05
South Africa v Great Britain - 30 October 2023
18:05
Australia v Germany - 31 October 2023
16:05
Germany v Great Britain - 31 October 2023
18:05
South Africa v Australia
Pool B Games:
- 27 October 2023
16:05
India 3–3 Pakistan - 27 October 2023
20:35
Malaysia 2-3 New Zealand - 28 October 2023
18:05
Pakistan 3-2 New Zealand - 28 October 2023
20:35
Malaysia 1-3 India - 30 October 2023
20:35
India v New Zealand - 31 October 2023
20:35
Pakistan v Malaysia
When & Where to watch: live stream & telecast
Fans interested in watching the Sultan of Johor Cup 2023 can catch it through live streaming on YouTube, as it will not be broadcast on any Indian television channel. As per the official schedule, India is scheduled to face New Zealand on Monday, with the match kicking off at 18:05 IST.
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