The Indian hockey team was surprised by PM Modi who gave the side a call ensuing their bronze medal triumph at the Tokyo Olympics
When world number 3 India took on fourth ranked Germany on Thursday, the showdown came bearing with it colossal ramifications. This was not only a match to avenge their semi-final defeat to Belgium but also a contest which could finally end the country’s drought at the games.
Tokyo Olympics India vs Germany Hockey Bronze Medal: PM Modi Gets On Call With The Indian Team
An a nine goal thriller ended up swinging in India’s way as they prevailed 5-4 to bring home the bronze medal. It was a colossal achievement, one serenaded by the entire country including PM Modi who spoke to the side, captain Manpreet Singh, coach Graham Reid and assistant coach Piyush Dubey after the win.
#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi speaks to the India Hockey team Captain Manpreet Singh, coach Graham Reid and assistant coach Piyush Dubey after the team won #Bronze medal in men's hockey match against Germany#TokyoOlympics pic.twitter.com/NguuwSISsV
— ANI (@ANI) August 5, 2021
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