A. 11 to 27 January 2023
B. 13 to 29 January 2023
C. 15 to 30 January 2023
D. 17 to 31 January 2023
B. 13 to 29 January 2023
The 2023 Men’s FIH Hockey World Cup took place in India from 13 to 29 January 2023. Matches were played in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela, two cities in the Indian state of Odisha. It was the 15th edition of the tournament.
Germany won the title, defeating Belgium in the final on 29 January. The match ended 3–3 in regular time, and Germany won the penalty shoot-out 5–4.
Important facts for exam preparation
| Detail | Answer |
|---|---|
| Tournament dates | 13–29 January 2023 |
| Host country | India |
| Host state | Odisha |
| Host cities | Bhubaneswar and Rourkela |
| Edition | 15th |
| Winner | Germany |
| Runner-up | Belgium |
These details are confirmed by FIH’s tournament records and annual report.
Why are the other options incorrect?
- A: The tournament began on 13 January, not 11 January.
- C: Both dates are incorrect; it ran from 13 to 29 January.
- D: The tournament began on 13 January, not 17 January, and ended on 29 January.
Remember: India hosted → 13–29 January 2023 → Germany won.
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