Midfielder Manpreet Singh and Forward Gurwinder Singh Chandi claim their 100th international cap during India’s clash against Australia in CWG 2014

New Delhi, 29 July 2014: The Indian Men Hockey team’s midfielder Manpreet Singh and forward Gurwinder Singh Chandi both complete their 100^th international cap today during the match against Australia in the XX Commonwealth Games 2014 at Glasgow, Scotland marking India’s third game in the tournament.

Speaking on the duo’s achievement, Dr. Narinder Batra, Secretary General, Hockey India said, “Hockey India is pleased to see a well rehearsed performance by both Manpreet Singh and Gurwinder Singh Chandi during their XX Commonwealth Games 2014 outing. The timing of them both completing their 100^th international cap couldn’t have been better, as I believe this achievement on a world class platform will motivate them to perform even better in the remaining matches of the tournament. I would like to congratulate the two on behalf of the entire Hockey India family for achieving this milestone.”

With Gurwinder Singh Chandi making his comeback in the team for this tournament, he made his international debut for the national side in the 4-Nations Cup in Australia in 2008. He even represented India at major tournaments including FIH Men’s World Cup in 2010, London Olympic Games in 2012 and Champions Trophy in 2012.

Completing his 100 caps along with teammate Gurwinder Singh Chandi, the 22 year old Manpreet Singh made his international debut at the Asian Champions Trophy, Ordos in 2011. Since his debut, Manpreet Singh has represented India in almost all the major tournaments including London Olympic Games in 2012, Champions Trophy in 2012, Asia Cup in 2013 and FIH Men’s World Cup in 2014.