But the last five years witnessed a significant improvement in India’s performances, which propelled them to the third place in the world rankings. Coach Graham Reid has brought a sense of bonding and confidence among the players
Indian men's hockey team. Pic/PTI
History beckons the Indian men’s hockey team at the Olympics as the eight-time champions look to book a last four berth in the quadrennial sporting extravaganza after a hiatus of 41 years when they take on Great Britain in the quarter-final here on Sunday.
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With an unprecedented eight gold medals in its kitty, Indian hockey has a rich history at the Olympics with its last triumph coming way back in 1980 Moscow Games.
But the last five years witnessed a significant improvement in India’s performances, which propelled them to the third place in the world rankings. Coach Graham Reid has brought a sense of bonding and confidence among the players.
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