New Delhi: Indian men’s hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh expressed his excitement ahead of the two-match bilateral series against Germany, saying the series is about "reviving the spirit of hockey in the capital".
The two-match series is set to be played on October 23 and 24 at the iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium. It will mark the return of men's international hockey to the capital after a decade, with the last match at the venue played in January 2014 during the Hockey World League Final - Men’s Round 4.
Harmanpreet said, “Playing in front of home fans in Delhi after so many years is truly special for us as a team. The Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium holds a lot of history and memories and to lead the team here will be a huge honour. The energy of playing in front of our home crowd is unmatched, and I know the fans will turn up in big numbers to support us.”
He further added, “Germany is one of the top teams in world hockey, and playing against them will be a great challenge for us. It’s important for our preparation as we gear up for major tournaments ahead. We are working hard, and this series will give us the opportunity to test ourselves against a very strong opponent.”
