Indian players celebrate a goal against Pakistan during the Hockey World League group match last Sunday

A day before the quarters-final against Malaysia, Indian coach Roelant Oltmans clearly stated that the Malaysians were 'tricky' opponents. It turned out to be just that on Thursday in the Hero Hockey World League Semi-Finals. And, what also came to the fore, was the Malaysian need and desire to win was much greater than the Indians. On Thursday after India's stunning 2-3 loss to Malaysia, Oltmans admitted that, too.