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Sports Minister Anurag Thakur Predicts Record-Breaking Medal Tally for Indian Hockey Team in Upcoming Asian Games

Indian Hockey Team: Following a thrilling triumph in the Asian Champions Trophy final, Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur is boldly forecasting an unprecedented achievement for the Indian hockey team in the upcoming Asian Games. Sensational Comeback Ignites Hope Amidst a nail-biting clash, India orchestrated a remarkable comeback from a two-goal deficit to seize victory at […]

Edited By : Prateek Gautam | Updated: Aug 13, 2023 09:35 IST
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Indian Hockey Team: Following a thrilling triumph in the Asian Champions Trophy final, Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur is boldly forecasting an unprecedented achievement for the Indian hockey team in the upcoming Asian Games.

Sensational Comeback Ignites Hope

Amidst a nail-biting clash, India orchestrated a remarkable comeback from a two-goal deficit to seize victory at 4-3, etching their names as the most successful team in the tournament’s history. This monumental achievement positions India ahead of the three-time champions, Pakistan.

Optimism for the Asian Games

Speaking to the media post-match, Anurag Thakur expressed unwavering optimism about the Indian team’s future prospects. He emphasized that this triumph marks merely the initiation of their journey and anticipates an impressive showing in the forthcoming Asian Games.

Anurag Thakur’s Words of Confidence

Anurag Thakur, addressing the exhilarating final, remarked, “The enthralling final we witnessed today is a testament to the sportsmanship and skill of our players. As I had stated earlier, may the best team triumph, and we were indeed treated to an intense encounter. This is just the beginning of a remarkable journey. I am confident that in the upcoming Asian Games, our hockey prowess will shine, securing India’s highest-ever medal haul.”

Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter), Anurag Thakur shared his exhilaration, writing, “A captivating final unfolded at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai! Applause for #MenInBlue. Turning the tide from 1-3 at halftime to clinching a record-breaking 4th #AsianChampionsTrophy with a 4-3 triumph is nothing short of surreal. The match had us on the edge of our seats until the final moment. Heartiest congratulations to the team. You’ve snatched victory from the jaws of defeat. Your triumph thrills us!”

In another tweet, Anurag Thakur lauded the Indian team’s historic achievement, writing, “Hats off to #TeamIndia for securing the 4th Asian Championship trophy. Every dribble, every goal, every moment showcased the spirit of our nation. Our hockey warriors make us proud! An exceptional performance against Malaysia that filled the nation with pride.”

The exhilarating victory has sparked a wave of optimism as India’s hockey team prepares to conquer new heights in the upcoming Asian Games.

First published on: Aug 13, 2023 09:35 AM IST

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