'PR Sreejesh is a Legend': Teammates Say 'Great Wall' Will Inspire Next Generation of India Hockey Players
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'PR Sreejesh is a Legend': Teammates Say 'Great Wall' Will Inspire Next Generation of India Hockey Players

News 18  

Just-retired India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh is a legend of the game and will inspire the next generation of hockey players in the country, said his teammates on Saturday, after returning from Paris Olympics with a second successive bronze medal. “Sreejesh is the best person, a legend, and India calls him the ‘Great Wall’, amazing, that is all I can say he played his best hockey, and he has contributed to the country by playing hockey, and the standard he has set as a goalkeeper, it will inspire the next generation,” forward Lalit Upadhyay said during a felicitation ceremony in Delhi. “I would like to thank the entire country because of the overwhelming support you have given to hockey, like the last time but even more so now, hockey is still in the hearts of people, they continue to love the sport and continue to support.” Lalit was also full of praise for inspirational skipper Harmanpreet Singh, who scored 10 goals to emerge as the highest scorer of the tournament. “I do not need to say anything about Sreejesh, the entire country praises him and has seen him play, they all call him the ‘Wall’, he is a legend and a great player.

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Indian Hockey Team Can 'Revive Glory' With Gold in 2028 LA Olympics, Says PR Sreejesh
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian Hockey Team Can 'Revive Glory' With Gold in 2028 LA Olympics, Says PR Sreejesh

News 18  

Riding high on the success of winning a bronze medal in Paris — ending a four-decade-long dry spell — the Indian hockey team now aims to build on this momentum with hopes of clinching gold at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028, ace goalkeeper P R Sreejesh said on Friday. The former national team captain, who announced his retirement after …

'Team aapko miss karegi, lekin…’: PM Modi to hockey hero PR Sreejesh upon Indian team's return from Paris Olympics 2024
4 months, 1 week ago

'Team aapko miss karegi, lekin…’: PM Modi to hockey hero PR Sreejesh upon Indian team's return from Paris Olympics 2024

Live Mint  

PM Modi on Friday interacted with the Indian Olympic contingent, including ex-hockey player PR Sreejesh at his residence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with hockey player PR Sreejesh on Friday at his residence in New Delhi upon the Indian hockey team's return to the country with a bronze medal after participating in the Paris Olympics 2024. {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} During his …

'Hockey More Than Just a Sport': Sports Minister Lauds India Hockey Players For Their Perseverance, Teamwork And Spirit
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Hockey More Than Just a Sport': Sports Minister Lauds India Hockey Players For Their Perseverance, Teamwork And Spirit

News 18  

Sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya lauded the Olympic bronze winning Indian hockey team for its perseverance and indomitable spirit while felicitating the Harmanpreet Singh-led side in Delhi on Saturday. “You have brought immense glory to India and have inspired millions of young athletes to pursue their dreams,” Mandaviya was quoted as saying in a media release. Mandaviya commended the players’ dedication …

'Wanted To Play In Final But Happy With Bronze Too': Manpreet Singh After Indian Hockey Team Finish 3rd In Paris
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Wanted To Play In Final But Happy With Bronze Too': Manpreet Singh After Indian Hockey Team Finish 3rd In Paris

News 18  

Senior India hockey player Manpreet Singh on Saturday said it was disappointing not to win a gold in the Olympics but a second consecutive bronze medal is not too bad either. Eight-time Olympic champions India clinched a second consecutive bronze medal at Paris, beating Spain 2-1 in the play-off match. “Feeling really good, last time we won the bronze and …

Indian men’s hockey team returns to heroes’ welcome from Paris 2024 Olympics
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian men’s hockey team returns to heroes’ welcome from Paris 2024 Olympics

The Hindu  

The Indian men’s hockey team made a triumphant return from the Paris 2024 Olympics, bringing home a bronze medal and setting new records. Captain Harmanpreet Singh said, “It is very heart-warming to see Indian fans come out to receive and congratulate us for the bronze medal. The team left no stone unturned to prepare for the Olympics and to see …

Paris Hockey Olympics: Bronze medal is important for better future of Indian hockey, says Dilip Tirkey
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Hockey Olympics: Bronze medal is important for better future of Indian hockey, says Dilip Tirkey

The Hindu  

In the last half a century, the Indian hockey team had not secured two consecutive medals in the Olympics. Gill had said that hockey is “India’s spiritual game.” As the national side overcame several odds, starting from its disappointing outing in the home World Cup in January last year to being groomed by a new coach with about a year …

'Started Off Like in My Village Neeraj Bhai...Now We Are Here': Arshad Nadeem Recalls Journey to Historic Triumph at Paris Olympics
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Started Off Like in My Village Neeraj Bhai...Now We Are Here': Arshad Nadeem Recalls Journey to Historic Triumph at Paris Olympics

News 18  

The world came to a standstill last night as Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem ousted the world champion Neeraj Chopra at the Javelin Throw final at the Paris Olympics, with a record-breaking attempt. My elder brother also supported me being in athletics, so then my journey with athletics started.” Nadeem then recalled the first time he faced off against his rival, the …

Olympics 2024 closing ceremony: Sreejesh to join Manu Bhaker as India’s flag-bearer on August 11
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Olympics 2024 closing ceremony: Sreejesh to join Manu Bhaker as India’s flag-bearer on August 11

The Hindu  

Celebrated hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh will join star shooter Manu Bhaker as the flag-bearer of the Indian contingent in the closing ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris on Sunday, a fitting honour and recognition for his contributions to the team. Before homing in on Sreejesh, Indian Olympic Association chief PT Usha spoke with Neeraj Chopra, and she said even …

Sreejesh, Harmanpreet and other bronze-winning Indian hockey players to get INR 15 lakh from HI, 7.5 lakh for coaches
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sreejesh, Harmanpreet and other bronze-winning Indian hockey players to get INR 15 lakh from HI, 7.5 lakh for coaches

Hindustan Times  

Each player of the bronze medal-winning Indian men's hockey team at the Paris Olympics 2024 will receive a cash reward of ₹15 lakh while the support staff members will get ₹7.7 lakh each, announced Hockey India. This marked India men's hockey team's second consecutive Olympic medal, an achievement last accomplished 52 years ago. India's captain Harmanpreet Singh celebrates with teammates …

Paris 2024 Olympics: Hockey India announces cash prize for Indian men’s team following historic bronze medal victory
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics: Hockey India announces cash prize for Indian men’s team following historic bronze medal victory

The Hindu  

Hockey India announced cash prize of Rs 15 lakh for each player of the Indian men’s hockey team and Rs 7.5 lakhs for each member of the support staff for winning the bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Indian team secured a historic bronze medal, defeating Spain 2-1, marking its second consecutive Olympic medal, an achievement last accomplished …

Paris Olympics: India ‘Wins it for Sreejesh’ as custodian par excellence bids emotional goodbye after 24 years
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics: India ‘Wins it for Sreejesh’ as custodian par excellence bids emotional goodbye after 24 years

The Hindu  

In Tokyo, goalkeeper PR Sreejesh was perched atop the goalpost after India broke a 41-year-old medal drought by securing a bronze. The Indian team was successful in its ‘Win it for Sreejesh’ campaign to make the stalwart’s last dance a fairytale. Everyone is asking me, ‘Why not?’ And I think this is the right time to take that call,” said …

Paris Olympics: Sreejesh walks off into the sunset in glorious style
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics: Sreejesh walks off into the sunset in glorious style

The Hindu  

In Tokyo, goalkeeper P.R. On Thursday, as the 36-year-old Sreejesh — a veteran of 330 international caps — paid obeisance to the sport he so dearly loves, it brought back memories of Sachin Tendulkar bowing to the pitch at the Wankhede Stadium 11 years ago. The Indian team was successful in its ‘win it for Sreejesh’ campaign to make the …

'My Decision Stays': Legendary Keeper PR Sreejesh Rules Out Reversing Retirement After India's Bronze Medal Win at Paris Olympics
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'My Decision Stays': Legendary Keeper PR Sreejesh Rules Out Reversing Retirement After India's Bronze Medal Win at Paris Olympics

News 18  

“This is the better way to finish” Words spoken by the ‘Wall’ of Indian Hockey, PR Sreejesh, who yet again ruled out any possibility of reversing his decision to retire from international hockey after India claimed their Bronze medal at the Paris Olympics on Thursday. “The team did a wonderful job and made this game so beautiful,” said Sreejesh who …

Paris 2024 Olympics: PR Sreejesh retires on a high after India wins consecutive hockey bronze medals since 1972
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics: PR Sreejesh retires on a high after India wins consecutive hockey bronze medals since 1972

The Hindu  

PR Sreejesh, the goalkeeper of the Indian field hockey team retired on a high after India won the bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on Thursday. The 36-year-old had already announced that this Games would be his last but the bronze medal, two in a row for him and India, would make his stint all the more remarkable. …

Paris Olympics 2024: India Lose To Germany In Thrilling Semifinal Clash, To Take On Spain In Bronze Medal Match
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: India Lose To Germany In Thrilling Semifinal Clash, To Take On Spain In Bronze Medal Match

ABP News  

IND vs GER Hockey Semifinal, Paris Olympics 2024: The Indian Men's Hockey team lost to Germany in the Men's Hocke Semifinal of Paris Olympics 2024. The goal which put India on level terms with Germany after they were 2-1 down was Sukhjeet Singh who scored his first Olympics gold through a brilliant touch on a penalty corner. Marco Miltkau Scores …

Sreejesh, an artist at his best
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sreejesh, an artist at his best

Hindustan Times  

It seems PR Sreejesh has grown an extra pair of limbs in Paris. Barring one blip in the 27th minute when Lee Morton equalised, Sreejesh made sure India conceded no more goals despite the relentless pressure, thwarting seven of the eight field goal attempts that came directly at him, besides all four penalty corners. In the shootout where Harmanpreet, Sukhjeet …

From Using Video Tablets to Coaching a Goalkeeper in Shoot-Out, Hockey India Raises Officiating Concerns at Paris Olympics
4 months, 2 weeks ago

From Using Video Tablets to Coaching a Goalkeeper in Shoot-Out, Hockey India Raises Officiating Concerns at Paris Olympics

News 18  

Following India’s shootout victory over Great Britain in the Paris Olympics 2024 Men’s Hockey quarterfinal match, Hockey India has gone on and raised concerns regarding the quality of umpiring in the quadrennial event. Follow our LIVE Coverage of Day 9 of the Paris 2024 Olympics – HERE The complaint raised by Hockey India focuses on a critical match between India …

Paris Olympics: Sreejesh was stumbling block for Great Britain, Indian hockey’s golden era is back: Gurbux Singh
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics: Sreejesh was stumbling block for Great Britain, Indian hockey’s golden era is back: Gurbux Singh

The Hindu  

Former India hockey captain Gurbux Singh effused praise on seasoned goalkeeper PR Sreejesh for his spectacular saves in the Paris Olympics quarterfinal match against Great Britain on Sunday. The hockey icon also believes India’s consecutive appearances in the semifinal of the Summer Games also mark the return of the golden era for Indian hockey. India beat Great Britain 4-2 in …

Men’s hockey: Sreejesh’s saves were nothing short of miracle, we can win gold at Paris Olympics, says Dhanraj Pillay
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Men’s hockey: Sreejesh’s saves were nothing short of miracle, we can win gold at Paris Olympics, says Dhanraj Pillay

The Hindu  

Dhanraj Pillay had tears of heartbreak when India missed out on a potential semifinal berth at Sydney Olympics conceding a goal against Poland in the dying moments after leading for 69 minutes. On August 4, as India doggedly defended for 42 minutes with 9 men on the outfield and the special man named PR Sreejesh, who keeps raising the "bar", …

WATCH: PR Sreejesh's Match-Winning Save That Helped India Get Through To Paris Olympics Hockey Semifinals
4 months, 2 weeks ago

WATCH: PR Sreejesh's Match-Winning Save That Helped India Get Through To Paris Olympics Hockey Semifinals

ABP News  

PR Sreejesh has already annouced that the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024 would be his last competitive international hockey tournament. Even in the shootout, the guys who took shots didn't disappoint," Sreejesh told the broadcasters after India's epic win over Great Britain in the Paris Olympics 2024 quarterfinal. Here is PR Sreejesh's Penalty-Saving Effort That Helped India win: INDIA QUALIFIED INTO …

'The Great Wall of India': Netizens Hail PR Sreejesh's Efforts as India Beat Great Britain to Enter the Semi-Finals
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'The Great Wall of India': Netizens Hail PR Sreejesh's Efforts as India Beat Great Britain to Enter the Semi-Finals

News 18  

The Indian Men’s Hockey team produced a win to remember for ages as they defeated Great Britain 1-1 in the Quarter-Finals of the 2024 Paris Olympics, despite playing with one player less for most of the match. For Great Britain, James Albery and Zach Wallace scored, but Conor Williamson’s shot was off target and Philip Roper’s attempt was saved by …

India vs Great Britan Hockey Quarterfinal Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch Harmanpreet & Co. In Action In Paris Olympics 2024
4 months, 2 weeks ago

India vs Great Britan Hockey Quarterfinal Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch Harmanpreet & Co. In Action In Paris Olympics 2024

ABP News  

India vs Great Britain Hockey Live Streaming, Paris Olympics 2024: India have had a tremendous run in their Men's Hockey campaign in the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024 so far. India vs Great Britan Hockey Live Streaming Details When is India vs Great Britain Paris Olympics 2024 quarterfinal? India vs Great Britain Paris Olympics 2024 quarterfinal match will get underway at …

Paris Olympics 2024: Diary on July 30 — Respect hockey
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Diary on July 30 — Respect hockey

The Hindu  

A world city: Paris has turned into a world city for a little more than two weeks of the Olympics. Walk around the city, take a public transport or a taxi ride, it’s not uncommon to spot people proudly wearing the colours and traditional dresses of their respective countries. The three strikes: Before the start of any competition in the …

Paris Olympics, Hockey: Harmanpreet's Late Goal Help India 1-1 Draw Against Argentina
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics, Hockey: Harmanpreet's Late Goal Help India 1-1 Draw Against Argentina

News 18  

Harmanpreet Singh scored in the dying moments to salvage a hard-fought 1-1 draw for the Indian men’s hockey team against Argentina in their second pool match at the Paris Olympics on Monday at the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium. Paris Olympics 2024: India vs Argentina – HIGHLIGHTS India had fluffed as many as nine penalty corners before Harmanpreet found the net, firing the …

Paris Olympics 2024: France rolls out red carpet for 33rd Summer Games
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: France rolls out red carpet for 33rd Summer Games

The Hindu  

It might be one of the most iconic stand alone symbols of a city anywhere in the world but for the last few weeks, giant interlocking rings have been festooned on the Eiffel tower in Paris. Although France’s Interior Minister has asked his country to put their best foot forward, the latest polls suggest that nearly 40% of French people …

Paris 2024: The hopes of a nation
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris 2024: The hopes of a nation

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: How does one measure success for India at the Olympics? As India’s 117-member contingent begins action at Paris 2024, the athletes will be focussed on glory but for the majority in a country starved of sporting success at the quadrennial event, success will be measured in very certain terms – you win or you don’t. Medals will happen …

Paris 2024: Top Indian athletes who could be featuring in their last Olympic Games
5 months ago

Paris 2024: Top Indian athletes who could be featuring in their last Olympic Games

The Hindu  

The 33rd edition of the Summer Olympics is set to take place from July 26 to August 11 in Paris and 16 other cities in France. A total of 117 Indian athletes will travel to the French capital to take part in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Here, Sportstar looks at some Indian athletes who could be featuring in their …

Looking back at PR Sreejesh's three Olympics ahead of his last
5 months ago

Looking back at PR Sreejesh's three Olympics ahead of his last

Hindustan Times  

PR Sreejesh's career around the time that the Indian men's hockey team, and indeed the sport of hockey itself in the country, had seemingly met its demise. Sreejesh emerged as one of the leading figures in the Indian dressing room after the disappointing London Olympics Sreejesh was with the Indian team throughout that journey. They had qualified after winning theif …

India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh prepares for one last dance in Paris
5 months ago

India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh prepares for one last dance in Paris

Hindustan Times  

Having made a lunging save, PR Sreejesh got up to scream his lungs out at Sanjay and Jugraj Singh for failing to halt a German attack in a Pro League match in London last month. We all want to give our absolute best here in Paris and certainly, the desire is to change the colour of our medal.” A veteran …

Sreejesh to retire after Paris Olympic Games
5 months ago

Sreejesh to retire after Paris Olympic Games

The Hindu  

He has been India’s talisman ever since first coming into the spotlight in the final of the inaugural Asian Champions Trophy in 2011 Eighteen years and 328 international games since he made his debut as a scrawny 18-year-old, P.R. Hockey India released the official confirmation soon after, declaring that the Indian team, already in Paris, had decided to “Win it …

PR Sreejesh to retire from international hockey after Paris Olympics
5 months ago

PR Sreejesh to retire from international hockey after Paris Olympics

Hindustan Times  

Former India hockey captain PR Sreejesh announced his retirement on Monday and stated that the upcoming Paris Olympics will be his last international outing. He has been a wall for the Indian hockey team for over a decade and has played in several major tournaments, including three Olympic Games, and multiple Commonwealth Games and World Cups. This journey has been …

PR Sreejesh Confirms Retirement! Star Indian Goalkeeper Announces 2024 Paris Olympics to Be His Last Tournament
5 months ago

PR Sreejesh Confirms Retirement! Star Indian Goalkeeper Announces 2024 Paris Olympics to Be His Last Tournament

News 18  

Star Indian goalkeeper PR Sreejesh confirmed that Paris 2024 will be his last international outing. The 36-year-old’s decision to make Paris his final stand has only motivated the Indian men’s hockey team to begin their “Win it for Sreejesh” campaign, urging global hockey fans to rally behind the team in their attempt to stand on the podium once again. Having …

PR Sreejesh to retire from international hockey after Paris Olympics 2024
5 months ago

PR Sreejesh to retire from international hockey after Paris Olympics 2024

The Hindu  

India veteran goalkeeper PR Sreejesh is set to retire from international hockey after the Paris Olympics, starting later this month. “As I stand on the threshold of my final chapter in international hockey, my heart swells with gratitude and reflection. READ | Sreejesh: I wanted to play Paris 2024, otherwise could have ended my career three years ago Sreejesh was …

Paris Olympics 2024: Full list of athletes in Indian hockey squad
5 months ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Full list of athletes in Indian hockey squad

The Hindu  

Hockey India announced a 16-member Indian men’s hockey team that will compete for the top honours at the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics. With five Olympic debutants in the squad, the team will continue to be led by ace drag-flicker and defender Harmanpreet Singh, with powerful midfielder Hardik Singh as the vice-captain. Harmanpreet is set to play in his third Olympics, …

Sreejesh: I wanted to play Paris Olympics 2024, otherwise could have ended my career three years ago
5 months ago

Sreejesh: I wanted to play Paris Olympics 2024, otherwise could have ended my career three years ago

The Hindu  

In Bengaluru, a wall in the modest lobby of the Sports Authority of India hostel, which houses the Indian hockey team, is adorned with a picture of a smiling P.R. It’s a privilege to compete at the 1924 Paris Olympics stadium, which will host hockey.” In his two-decade-long career, Sreejesh has experienced more downs than ups, which has made him …

The battle to become Indian hockey's keeper for Paris
8 months ago

The battle to become Indian hockey's keeper for Paris

Hindustan Times  

PR Sreejesh had his arm wrapped around Krishan Bahadur Pathak’s shoulders as they walked off the pitch after a match against Australia last week. Pathak is no longer a newbie as his 121 India caps show and he has played a crucial role in helping India win many matches and tournaments, including the Asian Games gold last year. “Pathak’s patience …

'Don't treat expectations as burden but as...': PR Sreejesh to young players in Indian team ahead of Olympics
8 months, 3 weeks ago

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

India TV News  

It was a starry afternoon in New Delhi at the Annual Hockey India Awards on Sunday, March 31 with the men and women players being awarded for their performances and achievements through the calendar year of 2023. Hardik Singh and Salima Tete walked away with the Hockey India Balbir Singh Sr. Award for the Player of the Year in Men …

‘Can’t let opposition influence our game': PR Sreejesh to HT as India go for hockey gold at Asian Games
1 year, 3 months ago

‘Can’t let opposition influence our game': PR Sreejesh to HT as India go for hockey gold at Asian Games

Hindustan Times  

PR Sreejesh knows a thing or two about playing in the big tournaments for the Indian hockey team. PR Sreejesh played his 300th international match during the Asian Champions Trophy Since then, quite a bit has changed for the men's hockey team, to say the least. New coach, not too new approach South African Craig Fulton was appointed as India's …

I'll see how things happen after Asian Games: PR Sreejesh on his future
1 year, 4 months ago

I'll see how things happen after Asian Games: PR Sreejesh on his future

Hindustan Times  

Veteran Indian hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh is taking one tournament at a time as far as his future is concerned and says he will "see how things happen" after the Asian Games in China in September-October. Chennai: Indian hockey team goalkeeper PR Sreejesh during a training session ahead of the Asian Champions Trophy 2023, at Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, in …

PR Sreejesh says goalkeeping camp a boon ahead of Hockey Asian Champions Trophy
1 year, 5 months ago

PR Sreejesh says goalkeeping camp a boon ahead of Hockey Asian Champions Trophy

The Hindu  

PR Sreejesh opened about the India’s preparations for the upcoming tournament in Spain and the Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023, important competitions ahead of the Hangzhou Asian Games in September where an Olympics 2024 berth will be at stake. WATCH | Chennai gets zero-carbon hockey Astroturf ahead of Asian Champions Trophy Sreejesh believes that regular goalkeeping camps with Dennis van …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Top Five Indian Players To Watch Out For In Tournament
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Top Five Indian Players To Watch Out For In Tournament

ABP News  

Hockey World Cup 2023: The countdown for the much-awaited Hockey World Cup 2023 has begun. Ahead of the tournament, let's have a look at the top five Indian hockey players to watch out for in Hockey World Cup 2023. Harmanpreet Singh Team India's penalty corner specialist Harmanpreet Singh, who was also part of the India's Hockey World Cup team in …

PR Sreejesh named World Games Athlete of the Year, becomes only second Indian to win award
2 years, 10 months ago

PR Sreejesh named World Games Athlete of the Year, becomes only second Indian to win award

Firstpost  

Sreejesh beat competition from sport climber Alberto Gines Lopez of Spain and Italy’s wushu player Michele Giordano for the award. New Delhi: Veteran India hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh on Monday won the prestigious World Games Athlete of the Year for his 2021 performances, becoming only the second Indian to receive the accolade. “…there’s Sports Authority of India, who are providing …

PR Sreejesh wins World Games Athlete of the Year 2021 award
2 years, 10 months ago

PR Sreejesh wins World Games Athlete of the Year 2021 award

The Hindu  

Veteran India hockey goalkeeper PR Srejeesh on Monday won the prestigious World Games Athlete of the Year for his 2021 performances, becoming only the second Indian to receive the accolade. Sreejesh, a former India hockey captain and part of the Tokyo Olympics-bronze medal winning side, received 1,27,647 votes, whereas Lopez and Giordane accumulated 67,428 and 52,046 votes respectively. "It's a …

Indian men's hockey team focussed on winning Asian Games to qualify for 2024 Paris Olympics, says PR Sreejesh
2 years, 10 months ago

Indian men's hockey team focussed on winning Asian Games to qualify for 2024 Paris Olympics, says PR Sreejesh

Firstpost  

Veteran goalkeeper said a lot of youngsters will be given opportunities in a hectic year for the team in which it will compete in marquee events like the Commonwealth Games and Asiad. New Delhi: Veteran goalkeeper PR Sreejesh on Tuesday said the Indian men’s hockey side’s main focus is qualifying for the Paris Olympics by winning the Asian Games this …

Focussed on winning Asian Games to qualify for Paris Olympics, youngsters will get chances, says Sreejesh
2 years, 10 months ago

Focussed on winning Asian Games to qualify for Paris Olympics, youngsters will get chances, says Sreejesh

India TV News  

Highlights The Tokyo Olympic bronze medal-winning side will begin the year with the FIH Hockey Pro League. The 33-year-old said the team's top priority will be to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Veteran goalkeeper PR Sreejesh on Monday said the Indian men's hockey side's main focus is qualifying for the Paris Olympics by winning the Asian Games this year …

PR Sreejesh in race for World Games Athlete of the Year award
2 years, 11 months ago

PR Sreejesh in race for World Games Athlete of the Year award

The Hindu  

Olympic bronze medal winning India men's hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh is in race to win the prestigious World Games Athlete of the Year award after being nominated for the honour. Elected FIH Goalkeeper of the Year for 2021, Sreejesh -- a triple Olympian with over 240 international appearances -- has enjoyed an exceptional 12 months, producing his very best form …

Indian hockey player Sreejesh PR’s life might inspire a movie: Talks are happening, he says
3 years ago

Indian hockey player Sreejesh PR’s life might inspire a movie: Talks are happening, he says

Hindustan Times  

After the bronze finish at the Tokyo 2020, hockey player Sreejesh PR has received calls from Bollywood and the Malayalam film industry for his life story to be depicted on screen. Indian Men’s Hockey team goalkeeper, Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Awardee Sreejesh PR says he’s receiving calls from Bollywood and even the south film industry for a film based …

Nothing is certain but want to stay with this team till Paris Olympics, says PR Sreejesh
3 years, 2 months ago

Nothing is certain but want to stay with this team till Paris Olympics, says PR Sreejesh

Firstpost  

Sreejesh’s former teammates Rupinder Pal Singh, Birendra Lakra and SV Sunil had recently retired following a successful Olympic campaign to pave the way for youngsters. There can be an injury, performance can go down, others can do better than me.” Sreejesh’s former teammates Rupinder Pal Singh, Birendra Lakra and SV Sunil had recently retired following a successful Olympic campaign to …

‘Father Sold Cow for Hockey Goalkeeper Pads’: PR Sreejesh Reminisces on KBC 13
3 years, 3 months ago

‘Father Sold Cow for Hockey Goalkeeper Pads’: PR Sreejesh Reminisces on KBC 13

News 18  

Olympians Neeraj Chopra and PR Sreejesh will be appearing as special guests on Kaun Banega Crorepati 13 for the Shaandaar Shukravaar episode which will be aired on Friday. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Entertainment Television Till now, many promos of the episode have surfaced on the internet but recently the makers of the show have …

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