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India were defeated 2-3 by lowly Wales on the first day of the women's hockey competition at the Commonwealth Games here on Thursday. This is the first time that World No.10 India have lost to Wales -- who are placed 26th in the world rankings -- in a major tournament. Lisa Daley (7th minute) scored a field goal to hand Wales an early lead before Sian French (26th) converted a penalty stroke in the second quarter to double the advantage. The Indians staged a strong comeback with a couple of goals in the third quarter.