Soviet Union vs India Hockey World Cup Head-to-Head Record

How Many Times Have Soviet Union and India Played in the Hockey World Cup?

Soviet Union and India have played 3 matches against each other in the Hockey World Cup. These meetings have taken place across 2 editions of the tournament, giving both teams a significant history at the competition. In their 3 encounters, Soviet Union have recorded 0 wins, while India have won 2 matches. The remaining 1 draw ended level. This overall record provides a quick view of how closely matched the teams have been whenever they met at the Hockey World Cup. Fans can use the head-to-head record to understand the historical advantage between Soviet Union and India before looking at their individual match results and recent performances.

Who Has Won More Matches Between Soviet Union and India?

India have the better Hockey World Cup head-to-head record between the two teams. Out of 3 meetings, India have won 2 matches, while Soviet Union have recorded 0 victories. The teams have also played 1 draw. This gives India a win rate of approximately 67% in their Hockey World Cup meetings. The difference in wins shows which side has historically had more success in this particular fixture. However, the overall record only reflects previous meetings and does not determine the result of a future match. The complete results below provide more detail on when these victories and draws took place.

When Did Soviet Union and India First Play Each Other in the Hockey World Cup?

The first Hockey World Cup meeting between Soviet Union and India took place in 1982. The match ended 2-7 in favour of India. This first encounter marked the beginning of the teams' recorded head-to-head history in the Hockey World Cup. Since then, Soviet Union and India have met 3 times in the tournament, producing 0 wins for Soviet Union, 2 wins for India, and 1 draw. The first-match information provides historical context for understanding how this rivalry has developed across different editions of the Hockey World Cup.

When Was the Last Soviet Union vs India Hockey World Cup Match?

The most recent Hockey World Cup meeting between Soviet Union and India was played on 12 Feb 1990 during the 1990 Hockey World Cup, and finished with the game ending in a 1-1 draw. This latest meeting is important because it represents the most recent result in the teams' Hockey World Cup head-to-head record. Before this match, the teams had recorded 0 wins for Soviet Union, 2 wins for India, and 0 draws in their earlier encounters. Fans looking for the latest Soviet Union-vs-India-style head-to-head information can use this section to quickly identify the most recent result, date and score.

How Many Goals Have Soviet Union and India Scored Against Each Other?

Across their 3 meetings, Soviet Union have scored 4 goals, while India have scored 13 goals. Together, the two teams have scored 17 goals, producing an average of 5.7 goals per match. India have scored more goals overall, with a goal difference of 9. These figures provide another way to compare the teams beyond wins and losses. The goal record also shows whether their previous meetings have generally produced high-scoring or closely contested matches. The detailed results table above can be used to identify the highest-scoring meeting and the biggest winning margin in their Hockey World Cup history.

What Is the Complete Soviet Union vs India Hockey World Cup Match History?

The complete Hockey World Cup match history between Soviet Union and India includes 3 meetings from 1982 to 1990. The results show the year of each encounter, the score recorded by both teams and the final result. Soviet Union have won 0 matches, India have won 2, while 1 draw have ended level. Reviewing the results chronologically helps fans understand how the head-to-head record has changed over time. It also highlights the teams' most recent meeting, their biggest victory and any periods when one side dominated the fixture.

What Is the Biggest Win in Soviet Union vs India Hockey World Cup History?

The biggest victory in the Hockey World Cup head-to-head between Soviet Union and India came when India defeated Soviet Union 7-2 in 1982. The match produced a winning margin of 5 goals, making it the largest margin recorded between the two teams in the tournament. The result is part of a wider head-to-head record covering 3 meetings. India have recorded 2 victories overall, while Soviet Union have won 0 matches. This section highlights the most dominant result between the two sides and provides additional context beyond their overall win-loss record.