The 2-1 victory was India's first ever men's Champions Trophy win over their Asian rivals, who are now unable to qualify for the final.

India, chasing their first ever final appearence, started well after dominating possession in the opening exchanges, only for the scores to remain locked at 0-0.

This all changed after half-time, however, when SV Sunil exchanged passes with Akashdeep Singh before rounding the keeper to break the deadlock. 

South Korea kept fighting and were rewarded with three minutes to go when Kim Juhun scored an equaliser against the run of play.

But, a team is often most vulnerable after scoring a goal, and a defensive lapse enabled Nikkin ehimmaiah to deflect the ball into the net for an Indian winner.

It means they are now on seven points after two wins, a draw and one defeat from their opening four matches.

Australia lead the way after continuing their superb form with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Belgium.

Hosts Britain scored a second-half equaliser to draw 1-1 with defending champions Germany at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre.

Britain lie third and will take-on fourth placed Belgium in their final match.

A final, third-place and fifth-place playoff will be held after the last round of matches.