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Mihir Vasavda
Based out of Mumbai, Mihir Vasavda is a Senior Assistant Editor (Sports) with The Indian Express. An award-winning journalist, he writes on Olympic sports and sports policy matters, and has covered several multi-discipline events as well as football and hockey World Cups. He tweets from @mihirsv
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Interview with Hockey India secretary general Bholanath Singh: ‘Knew that if Schopman stayed after Asian Games, India won’t qualify for Paris’Subscriber Only
February 29, 2024 08:39 IST
Bholanath Singh refuted claims of a rift between him and Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey and dismissed Janneke Schopman’s allegations of bias against the women’s team.
Thu, Feb 29, 2024
Indian hockey turnover: First head coach Janneke Schopman, now long-standing CEO Elena Norman resignsSubscriber Only
February 27, 2024 13:41 IST
Elena Norman, Indian hockey federation's CEO who played a significant role in the sport's turnaround, quits in the middle of an ongoing court case, allegations of a 'difficult working atmosphere' and internal politics.
Wed, Feb 28, 2024
How a Spanish hockey legend adopted an Indian orphan who was abandoned at age of 2 in DelhiSubscriber Only
February 25, 2024 08:06 IST
Spanish hockey legend Juan Escarre adopted Saumya Escarre Garcia-Solere and is now harnessing her talent for the game.
Mon, Feb 26, 2024
FIH Hockey Pro League: Hardik’s vision, Lalit’s leap, versatile Harmanpreet – How India fared vs the world No 1 in RourkelaSubscriber Only
February 21, 2024 23:36 IST
Rotating, inter-changing and constantly on the move – although the coordination wasn’t always smooth – when India got going, it was a spectacle.
Thu, Feb 22, 2024
Smiles are back: Officials promise land to hockey star Jyoti Chhetri to build houseSubscriber Only
February 21, 2024 04:04 IST
The young forward and her family were staring at an uncertain future after they were served a “notice” by the local authorities to vacate the house to make way for the widening of the road.
Wed, Feb 21, 2024
Paris Olympics: Two goalkeepers, one spot and a selection headache for Indian hockey teamSubscriber Only
February 20, 2024 18:54 IST
PR Sreejesh and Krishan Pathak have alternated quarters and fed off of each other's strengths, but due to the squad restrictions at an Olympics, only one will be able to represent India in July.
Wed, Feb 21, 2024Indian hockey team player Jyoti Chhetri’s lifelong home could be demolished… so that a road could be widenedSubscriber Only
February 20, 2024 04:10 IST
On the field, Jyoti has been playing hard and moving up. Off it, she has been fighting to avert demolition of her house where she has lived all her life.
Tue, Feb 20, 2024
Ahead of Paris Olympics, why Indian hockey team coach Craig Fulton is trying to assemble team of 10 ‘aloos’ and a ‘keeperSubscriber Only
February 19, 2024 23:10 IST
Indian hockey team held on for a draw against Spain at the Pro League on Monday, but beyond results, Fulton is getting Indian players to adapt to multiple positions on the pitch.
Tue, Feb 20, 2024
Women’s coach Janneke Schopman hits out at Hockey India: ‘Didn’t feel like I was valued or respected’Subscriber Only
February 19, 2024 08:13 IST
Former Olympic gold medallist and current India coach Janneke Schopman also says men's team got preferential treatment and that dealing with Hockey India officials is 'very hard.'
Fri, Feb 23, 2024
India hockey coach Craig Fulton interview: ‘We can do something special, but we are not the best team in the world, not there yet’Subscriber Only
February 18, 2024 19:01 IST
In an interview with The Indian Express, Craig Fulton talks about his efforts to understand the country’s culture, shaping up for the Olympics, why he roped in Paddy Upton to help, and whether he will be traveling to Paris.
Sun, Feb 18, 2024
FIH Hockey Pro League: How Hardik Singh, India’s midfield dynamo, found his resolve again with help from Paddy UptonSubscriber Only
February 17, 2024 18:19 IST
'My motto is simple: If I have to sacrifice myself to help my teammate, then I am happy to do that,' says Hardik Singh. The midfielder is here, there and everywhere for Craig Fulton's India.
Wed, Feb 21, 2024
FIH Hockey Pro League: Craig Fulton’s vision of control over chaos is a work in progress as India edge out IrelandSubscriber Only
February 16, 2024 22:14 IST
‘Control’ is not commonly associated with Indian hockey, on the field and off it. But it remains at the core of what coach Craig Fulton wants Harmanpreet Singh & Co to embrace.
Sat, Feb 17, 2024
FIH Hockey Pro League: India go aerial before crash landing against familiar foes Australia in a crazy matchSubscriber Only
February 15, 2024 22:52 IST
India's 4-6 defeat against familiar foes Australia had all the elements we are familiar with, and some newer ones too.
Fri, Feb 16, 2024
As UWW lifts Wrestling Federation of India suspension, a condition: Don’t discriminate against Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, Bajrang PuniaSubscriber Only
February 13, 2024 20:12 IST
Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik can't be discriminated, says world body but confusion prevails on domestic circuit.
Wed, Feb 14, 2024
FIH Hockey Pro League: Harmanpreet Singh shines as India put on a skillful, controlled show in season-opener to beat SpainSubscriber Only
February 10, 2024 23:05 IST
India scored four goals but it’s the little tricks and flicks; a sneaky run here, a sharp save there that made the team a delight to watch in their FIH Pro League match against Spain on Saturday.
Sun, Feb 11, 2024
For India’s wrestlers, road to Olympics has a key pitstop — Russia’s DagestanSubscriber Only
February 10, 2024 12:26 IST
If Chhatrasal was a finishing school, wrestling hubs like Dagestan, Vladikavkaz and Yakutia – have been the Ivy League-like institutions where India's Paris hopefuls hope to attain mastery over their grappling art.
Mon, Feb 12, 2024
Hard hitter, artful midfielder and tall striker: Three young hockey players hope to impress as India aim to finalise Paris Olympics squadSubscriber Only
February 09, 2024 20:49 IST
Sanjay, Vishnukant Singh and Araijeet Hundal hope to make a mark in Pro League with coach Fulton saying the tournament will be key to Olympics selection.
Sat, Feb 10, 2024
How three-time hockey gold medallists Pakistan completed a disastrous hat-trick of not qualifying for the OlympicsSubscriber Only
January 27, 2024 11:02 IST
Unpaid coaches, a federation in debt, players reduced to driving taxis, lack of basic hockey balls to train and an archaic playing system without midfielders, Pakistan hockey is in the absolute doldrums the last dozen years.
Tue, Jan 30, 2024
What ails India’s women’s hockey team: No big wins, no goal-scorer of calibre, poor selection callsSubscriber Only
January 19, 2024 22:23 IST
The triumph at the Asian Champions Trophy, a pointless tournament immediately after the Asiad, painted a flattering picture coming into the Olympic qualifiers.
Sat, Jan 20, 2024
Women’s Hockey: After Tokyo high, India drift away from Olympics; fail to make Paris cut after losing 1-0 to Japan at Ranchi qualifiersSubscriber Only
January 19, 2024 20:11 IST
Playing Salima through middle and not from right flank in first quarter and persisting with Deepika instead of Udita in PCs were some of coach Schopman's tactical blunders as India lose 1-0 to Japan and miss Paris qualification.
Sat, Jan 20, 2024
FIH Olympic Qualifiers: How India missed a golden opportunity in shootouts against GermanySubscriber Only
January 18, 2024 23:52 IST
India miss five penalties in a row to lose 3-4 in sudden death to Germany; will have to beat Japan on Friday for Paris berth.
Fri, Jan 19, 2024
Three tactics India needs to beat Germany to seal Paris Olympics spot in women’s hockeySubscriber Only
January 17, 2024 21:49 IST
Play ‘give-and-go hockey’, retain possession, and curb Germany’s flanks-switching style, say former captain Rani Rampal and former coach Sjoerd Marijne
Thu, Jan 18, 2024
Women’s hockey Olympic qualifiers: India stay on road to Paris with convincing win over ItalySubscriber Only
January 16, 2024 22:43 IST
Salima Tete, Udita Dahan star as hosts enter semifinals with 5-1 thrashing of Italy.
Wed, Jan 17, 2024
Ahead of do-or-die match, breaking down what needs to happen for Indian women’s hockey team to stay in qualification race for Paris OlympicsSubscriber Only
January 15, 2024 20:46 IST
Before they take the field in Ranchi at 7.30 pm local time, India will have their eyes fixed on the outcome of the earlier match between the USA and New Zealand
Tue, Jan 16, 2024
AFC Asian Cup: India’s strong defensive show no match for AustraliaSubscriber Only
January 13, 2024 20:01 IST
The 2-0 win puts Australia in the driver’s seat in Group B, which also has Syria and Uzbekistan. India, on the other hand, will have to surpass all expectations to make it to the knockout stages.
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