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  Paris Olympics: Indian hockey team's semifinal opponent confirmed, check complete lineups

  August 05, 2024 6:29 IST

  India's hockey team, led by Harmanpreet Singh, defeated Great Britain in the penalty shootout 4-2 on Sunday (August 4). The men in blue put up a spirited effort as they were down to 10 men in the first half itself but did well to restrict the opposition to 1-1.

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  Paris Olympics: 10-man India make Great Britain look poor in quarterfinal in sensational shootout

  August 05, 2024 6:11 IST

  India were at a massive disadvantage for the major part of the quarterfinal against Great Britain after the referee handed a red card to defender Amit Rohidas. The decision forced India to primarily defend and play with just ten players.

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  AstroTurf's role in India's historic Olympic hockey victory after 52 years against Australia

  August 02, 2024 19:41 IST

  Olympics 2024: AstroTurf has been a game-changer in the world of hockey, known for its pioneering synthetic turf that transformed the sport. With advanced knitting equipment and expertise, AstroTurf remains at the forefront of elite hockey surfaces.

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  Indian men's hockey team secures quarterfinal berth at Paris Olympics

  July 31, 2024 13:10 IST

  Captain Harmanpreet Singh was the star of the Indian men's hockey team on Tuesday after he scored two goals and helped the unit secure a much-needed 2-0 win over Ireland at Stade Yves-du-Manoir - Pitch 2.

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  Who is Sarabjot Singh? Know career highlights of India's ace shooter to win Bronze at Paris Olympics

  July 30, 2024 14:35 IST

  Sarabjot Singh partnered Manu Bhaker to register his name in history as the duo helped India claim its second bronze medal in the 10m air pistol category at the Paris Olympics.

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  Paris Olympics 2024, Hockey: India huff and puff their way to a 1-1 draw against Argentina

  July 29, 2024 19:12 IST

  India got a lucky escape in their second Pool B encounter against Argentina as they held the South American side to a 1-1 draw at the Paris Olympics. Argentina was in the lead for 36 minutes, more than half of the game and could have won if not for a penalty stroke saved by PR Sreejesh.

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  IND vs NZ live streaming: Where to watch India vs New Zealand men's hockey match online and on TV?

  July 27, 2024 11:57 IST

  The Indian men's hockey team is ranked seventh in the world whereas New Zealand are 10th. India had won the bronze at the Tokyo Olympics and are eager to put a better performance in Paris.

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  Hockey legend PR Sreejesh confirms Paris Olympics to be his final international assignment for India

  July 22, 2024 15:39 IST

  India's hockey legend PR Sreejesh on the heels of his fourth Olympic Games campaign, confirmed that he would be retiring from international hockey after the event in Paris. Sreejesh, who has had 328 appearances for India at the highest level, will be eyeing that elusive Olympic gold medal.

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  Matt Dawson, Australia hockey player, amputates finger to ensure Paris Olympics participation

  July 20, 2024 9:55 IST

  Matt Dawson is a silver medalist from the Tokyo Olympics. He is the son of Trish Dawson. Trish represented Australia in six Tests and four ODIs during her playing career. She played in the domestic circuit for New South Wales.

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  India's performance in field hockey at Olympics

  July 16, 2024 12:20 IST

  Olympic Games are only 10 days away from getting underway on July 26 as India is set to send an 118-member contingent for the mega event. Among 10 gold medals India has won at the Olympics, 8 have come from field hockey. Let us have a look at their performance in Olympic history.

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  Paris Olympics 2024: Who won India's first medal at the Games post-Independence?

  July 11, 2024 17:15 IST

  India has won a total of 35 medals in its history since participating in the 1900 Paris Olympics. India bagged a total of seven medals at the Tokyo 2020 Games, the best-ever finish of the nation in terms of medals won. But who won the first medal for India after Independence? Know here.

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  Hockey India announces 16-member Men's squad for Paris Olympics

  June 26, 2024 15:19 IST

  Five players in the squad will be playing for the first time in the Olympics. Ace drag-flicker and defender Harmanpreet Singh will continue to be the captain of the team and will also play in his third Olympics. Hardik Singh has been appointed his deputy.

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  Odisha government extends Hockey India sponsorship till 2036, confirms new CM Mohan Charan Majhi

  June 21, 2024 17:15 IST

  The Odisha government had a 10-year sponsorship agreement with Hockey India from 2023 onwards. The deal was set to expire in 2033 but the state government has extended the sponsorship by three more years. This comes ahead of Paris Olympics 2024.

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  Salima Tete replaces Savita Punia as captain of Indian women's hockey team

  May 02, 2024 13:48 IST

  The Indian women's hockey team is going through a period of transition after failing to secure a berth at the Paris Olympics. It turned out to be a disappointing result for the team as it had finished fourth at the Tokyo Olympics after a loss at the hands of Great Britain in the Bronze medal match.

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  'Don't treat expectations as burden but as...': PR Sreejesh to young players ahead of Olympics

  April 01, 2024 16:52 IST

  Hockey India celebrated the best performers of the year 2023 for men and women with team awards, milestones trophies and individual awards. Along the sidelines, 'Goalkeeper of the Year' PR Sreejesh opened up to India TV ahead of the tour of Australia, Europe and then the big one - the Olympics.

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  Paddy Upton, support staff member of India's 2011 WC team, to be with hockey side for Olympics

  March 13, 2024 20:27 IST

  Paddy Upton will be with the Indian hockey team in the upcoming Paris Oympics. Upton was part of the hockey side during its title wins at the Asian Champions Trophy and the Asian Games recently. Upton was also part of the support staff during India's 2011 Cricket World Cup win.

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  Hockey schedule for Paris 2024 out, Indian men's team drawn in Pool B of medal winners

  March 06, 2024 18:49 IST

  The hockey schedule for the Paris Olympics 2024 has been announced. Indian team is put in Pool B which has Belgium, Australia, Argentina, New Zealand and Ireland. India will play their first match against New Zealand on July 27.

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  Indian hockey women's team coach Janneke Schopman resigns after differential treatment remark

  February 23, 2024 21:32 IST

  Janneke Schopman recently made claims over not being valued and respected by her Hockey India employers. She has resigned from the post, Hockey India confirmed. "Janneke Schopman, Chief Coach of the Indian Women’s Hockey Team, resigned from her post today," HI wrote in a statement.

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  Varun Kumar, Arjuna award winner and hockey star, booked under POCSO Act by Bengaluru Police

  February 06, 2024 18:55 IST

  "Based on the complaint received from the woman, we have registered a case on Monday against the Hockey player under appropriate section of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and sections 376 (rape) and 420 of the Indian Penal Code," Bengaluru Police statement said.

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  Indian men's hockey team thrashes France 4-0 in four-nation tournament opener

  January 22, 2024 22:49 IST

  The Indian men's hockey team began its campaign with a thumping 4-0 win in the four-nation tournament against France. Captain Harmanpreet Singh led from the front with a brace while Lalit Upadhyay and Hardik Singh also found their names on the scoresheet.

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  Pakistan fail to qualify for Olympics for third consecutive time after losing to New Zealand

  January 22, 2024 9:12 IST

  Pakistan did not qualify for the Olympics in 2016 and 2020 as well. They have failed to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics too after going down to New Zealand in the FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers.

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  FIH Hockey Qualifiers: India women knocked out of Paris Olympics 2024 race, lose to Japan 1-0

  January 19, 2024 19:36 IST

  Japan defeated India 1-0 in a heartbreaking result for the Women in Blue in the FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers in Ranchi on Friday, January 19. India needed to win the 3rd place playoff but it wasn't to be as Japan have qualified for the Paris Olympics along with Germany and the USA.

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  Women's Hockey Olympic Qualifier: Indian team hopeful of Paris despite heartbreak against Germany

  January 18, 2024 21:36 IST

  India women's team took a crucial lead through Deepika in the first quarter at Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium but Germany made a good comeback with two goals to dominate the second half. India found an equalizer in the 59th minute to take the game to a penalty shootout.

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  FIH Hockey Qualifiers: India women thrash Italy to qualify for semis; inch closer to Paris 2024 spot

  January 16, 2024 22:58 IST

  The Indian women's hockey team moved one step closer to a spot in the Paris Olympics as they beat Italy 5-1 to seal a spot in the semi-finals. Udita, Deepika, Salima Tete and Navneet Kaur scored goals as the Women in Blue were too good in their Pool B match in the FIH Hockey Olympics Qualifier.

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  Junior Hockey World Cup: India's complete schedule, pools, live streaming; all you need to know

  December 04, 2023 18:09 IST

  The Junior Hockey World Cup will be a 12-day event, which will begin on December 5 and will last till December 16. The Indian team will be gunning for their 3rd title in the tournament. From schedule to pools to live streaming; here is all you need to know about the event.

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  WATCH | Indian women's hockey team trounces Japan 4-0 to claim second Asian Champions Trophy title

  November 06, 2023 17:44 IST

  Vandana Katariya scored the fourth goal for India in the 60th minute of the game to seal an emphatic victory for the Women in Blue. The Indian women's team will now aim at qualifying for the Paris Olympics.

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  Asian Games 2023: Men's hockey team beats Japan to win Gold, secures Paris Olympics ticket

  October 06, 2023 18:04 IST

  In-form Manpreet Singh, Harmanpreet Singh, Abhishek and Amit Rohidas were on the target as India thrashed Japan by 5-1 to win their fourth Gold in Asian Games history and took India's overall medal tally to 95.

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  Asian Games 2023: India hammer Pakistan 10-2 in men's hockey with a record-breaking performance

  October 01, 2023 6:45 IST

  Team India shrugged off Pakistan like dust in the men's Pool A encounter in hockey with their best-ever performance against the arch-rivals. Captain Harmanpreet Singh led from the front with four goals as India beat Pakistan 10-2 to record their fourth win in the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou.