New Delhi, July 29, 2014: The Indian Men Hockey team’s
midfielder Manpreet Singh and forward Gurwinder Singh Chandi both complete
their 100th international cap today during the match against Australia in
the XX Commonwealth Games 2014 at Glasgow, Scotland marking India’s third game
in the tournament.
Speaking on the duo’s achievement, Dr. Narinder Batra,
Secretary General, Hockey India
said, “Hockey India
is pleased to see a well rehearsed performance by both Manpreet Singh and
Gurwinder Singh Chandi during their XX Commonwealth Games 2014 outing.
The timing of them both completing their
100th international cap couldn’t have been better, as I believe this
achievement on a world class platform will motivate them to perform even better
in the remaining matches of the tournament. I would like to congratulate the
two on behalf of the entire Hockey India family for achieving this
milestone.”
With Gurwinder Singh Chandi making his comeback in the team
for this tournament, he made his international debut for the national side in
the 4-Nations Cup in Australia
in 2008. He even represented India
at major tournaments including FIH Men’s World Cup in 2010, London Olympic
Games in 2012 and Champions Trophy in 2012.
Completing his 100 caps along with teammate Gurwinder Singh
Chandi, the 22 year old Manpreet Singh made his international debut at the
Asian Champions Trophy, Ordos in 2011.
Since his debut, Manpreet Singh has represented India
HI Press release
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