Sardara Singh

Question- Sardara Singh was related to which of the following sport?
A. Cricket
B. Football
C. Hockey
D. Tennis
Answer. C
Related facts-

  • Former captain of Indian hockey team, Sardara Singh has taken retirement on 12th September from international hockey. He was youngest player to lead the side in 2008 Sultan Azlan Shah Cup.
  • In 12 year long career he played 314 matches. He made his debut year 2004-05 in Poland tour. In 2015 he was awarded with the fourth highest civilian award, Padma shri.
  • He was one among the 6 players who has played more than 300 matches for India. He was also honored with Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Purashkar.

Links-
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sardara_Singh
https://scroll.in/field/884085/300-matches-and-counting-sardar-singh-establishes-his-status-as-an-all-time-great-for-india