FIH Hockey Nations Cup : India beat South Africa 2-0; advance to semi-final- Highlights

India on the front foot!

It's twice now that India almost scored but South Africa's defence has been resolute!

Patient build up for both.

Both sides are trying to play out from the back to create chances up front, but to no avail so far.

South Africa playing with a high line right from the start.

Kick off!

Here's how South Africa lines up.

The Indians start singing their national anthem!

Words from Coach!

"South Africa are a quick team so we will try to stop them from hitting us on the counter," said coach Janeke Schopman.

Minutes away!

Countdown to the Hockey World Cup has begun!

Head to head stats.

Both sides have met each other 16 times with India and South Africa winning seven times each and sharing spoils on two ocassions.