Wishes are sent out to Hardik Singh by Hockey India as he achieves the milestone of 150 international matches.
Hip Hip Hooray for Hardik Singh!
India's hockey vice-captain, the mighty Hardik Singh, stormed into the international limelight once again, bagging his 150th international cap while battling the Dutch in the Euro leg of the FIH Pro League 2024-25! This badass midfielder from Jalandhar, Punjab sure knows how to put the ' incredible' in indomitable!
You can't deny that Hardik has been the rock of India's midfield ever since he dropped jaws during his debut at the 2018 Hero Asian Champions Trophy. Since then, this powerhouse has cemented his status as one of the most steadfast figures in Indian hockey.
Playing a pivotal role in securing the Bronze medals at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics, and the Silver at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham was just the cherry on top of contributions that saw him shine in team India's golden hour, bagging wins at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, the 2023 Hero Asian Champions Trophy in Chennai, and the 2018 edition in Muscat, Oman.
Hardik's astonishing performances have earned him both recognition and rewards - the Arjuna Award in 2021, the Hockey India Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year (2022 & 2023), and the Ajit Pal Singh Award for Midfielder of the Year (2024) to name a few.
Proud as a peacock, Hardik reflected on his emotional journey, "Hitting 150 caps feels surreal! It's an honour to represent India and reaching this milestone feels amazing. My journey has been all about learning, resilience, and unforgettable moments. Shout out to my coaches, teammates, and family for relentlessly supporting me through thick and thin."
The leaders of Hockey India couldn't contain their cheer either! President Dilip Tirkey commended, "Hardik has grown into a clever and strong midfielder who can control the game's tempo and perform under pressure. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement, and here's to many more stellar performances!"
Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh agreed, "Hardik's reaching 150 caps at the age of 26 is a sign of his dedication, discipline, and fitness. He's a fantastic role model for young Indian hockey players, and we're pleased with his contributions to India's hockey success story."
Here's to 150 caps and many more achievements coming Hardik's way! Keep up the incredible work, mate! 🎉🏑⚽️🔥
P.S: For all the die-hard hockey fans, stay tuned as our man is gearing up for the upcoming Asia Cup in September 2023, and don't forget to catch him in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 with matches against the Netherlands, Argentina, Australia, and Belgium. 🤩🇮🇳🏑🔥🔥🔥🔥
Noteworthy news emerged today about Hardik Singh, as he bagged his 150th international cap, making headlines in the sports section.
With his remarkable achievements in the field of hockey, fans are eagerly anticipating his upcoming performances in upcoming games, including the Asia Cup in September 2023 and the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25.
