# Pirmin Blaak sharpens India’s goalkeepers before Women’s World Cup 2026-08-07T02:56:43+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Former Dutch international goalkeeper Pirmin Blaak has conducted three specialised sessions with India’s Savita Punia and Bichu Devi Kharibam before the team’s opening Women’s World Cup match against China in 10 days. The sessions took place during India’s camp in Germany, which included two practice matches, and covered drag flicks, decision-making, positioning and mental toughness. Bichu said Blaak had earlier sent training plans and drills to India, which the team followed in Bengaluru. He will remain with the squad during the tournament. Savita, set to play her third World Cup, said the sessions improved the pair’s preparation. Bichu also credited Savita’s advice with helping her recover quickly after conceding goals. ## Coverage - timesofindia.indiatimes.com Tags: Bichu Devi Kharibam, hockey, Pirmin Blaak, Savita Punia, Women's World Cup Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/pirmin-blaak-sharpens-indias-goalkeepers-before-womens-world-cup/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/pirmin-blaak-sharpens-indias-goalkeepers-before-womens-world-cup/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.