Hockey World Cup without four times world champion Pakistan began yesterday with Australia defeating Malaysia in the opening match.
Defending champions Australia outplayed Malaysia with a resounding 4-0 victory to get off to a great start.
Glenn Turner scored two goals in the match in the 26th minute, Eddie Ockenden increased the lead in the 50th minute with a reverse drive, Jamie Dwyer dribbled past a couple of defenders to flick in two minutes later before Turner scored his second goal with a firm penalty corner shot.