New Delhi [India], September 21 (ANI): Indian Men’s Hockey Team Captain Harmanpreet Singh is delighted to have been chosen because the nation’s joint flag bearer for the opening ceremony of the celebrated nineteenth Asian Games Hangzhou, which can happen on September 23.
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Wednesday introduced that Harmanpreet Singh, the celebrated Indian Captain, will lead the 655-member Indian contingent alongside famend Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain because the joint flag-bearers for the upcoming nineteenth Asian Games Hangzhou 2022.
In the current previous, Dhanraj Pillay (1998, 2002), Jyoti Sunita Kullu (2006), Gagan Narang (2010), Sardar Singh (2014), and Neeraj Chopra (2018) have been India’s flag bearers on the prestigious occasion, as per Hockey India’s press launch.
Harmanpreet Singh, identified for his distinctive expertise as a drag-flicker and his inspiring management, has made a big affect on the worldwide hockey stage. His journey to being named the joint flag-bearer is a testomony to his outstanding contributions to Indian hockey.
A key member of the Indian Men’s Hockey Team, Harmanpreet performed a pivotal function in India’s triumphant marketing campaign on the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, the place the staff secured a historic Bronze medal. His prowess as a drag-flicker shone brightly as he emerged as India’s prime scorer, netting six essential objectives through the elite occasion.
Harmanpreet Singh’s management extends past particular person accomplishments, as he not too long ago steered the Indian staff to title victory on the Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023, showcasing his skill to encourage and inspire his teammates to realize excellence.
Upon studying of his choice as India’s joint flag-bearer for the nineteenth Asian Games Hangzhou, Harmanpreet Singh expressed his profound honour and pleasure. He acknowledged within the launch, “Being named because the joint flag-bearer alongside Lovlina Borgohain for the Asian Games is a second of immense delight for me. It is a chance to characterize my nation on a fair bigger scale, and I’m really humbled by this honour. I’d additionally prefer to take this chance to congratulate our boxing star Lovlina for a similar.
” “I look ahead to main our contingent with all the keenness and dedication that has pushed me all through my profession. This occasion is a testomony to the unity and variety of our nation, and I hope to hold our flag with the utmost delight and humility,” he added. Notably, the Indian Men’s Hockey Team is placed in Pool A, alongside Pakistan, Japan, Bangladesh, Singapore, and Uzbekistan. Pool B consists of Korea, Malaysia, China, Oman, Thailand, and Indonesia. The top two teams from each Pool will qualify for the Semi-Finals. Talking about playing against top teams at the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou and preparation for their opening clash against Uzbekistan, Harmanpreet said, “We’ve put in diligent preparation for the match, and our whole staff is brimming with confidence. Our main focus is on the essential group-stage matches. We will not underestimate any opponent, as in main occasions, each staff brings their A-game. Our mindset is geared in direction of victory towards all opponents.” “After our commendable efficiency on the Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023, our intention is to maintain that top degree of play and clinch the Gold medal on the Asian Games, which can assist us in securing direct qualification for the 2024 Paris Olympics,” he added.
Schedule of the Indian Men’s Hockey Team: On twenty fourth September 2023, India Vs Uzbekistan at 0845 hrs IST. On twenty sixth September 2023, India Vs Singapore at 0630 hrs IST.
On twenty eighth September 2023, India Vs Japan at 1815 hrs IST.
On thirtieth September 2023, India Vs Pakistan at 1815 hrs IST.
On 2nd October 2023, India Vs Bangladesh at 1315 hrs IST.
(ANI)