Naveen Patnaik congratulate Indian Hockey Team on reaching semifinal

Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari extended their congratulations to the Indian Men’s Hockey Team following their thrilling victory over Great Britain in the quarterfinals of the ongoing Paris Olympics on Sunday.

Naveen Patnaik’s Congratulatory Message

Naveen Patnaik took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his joy and pride in the team’s performance: “Congratulate the Indian Hockey Team on winning a spectacular shootout against Great Britain to seal the semi-final berth in #ParisOlympics2024. The team won the match despite playing one man down, with their grit, resilience, and superb hockey skills. May the team continue this excellent form and script history. Best Wishes.”

Nitin Gadkari’s Praises

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari also praised the team on social media, highlighting their relentless spirit and skill: “WHAT A WIN! Congratulations to the Indian Men’s Hockey team for their heart-stopping shoot-out victory, earning a spot in the semi-finals! You’re now just one win away from claiming your 13th Olympic medal in hockey. Your relentless spirit and remarkable skill have captivated us all. Best of luck in the next match!”

Match Highlights

• Quarterfinal Match: India vs. Great Britain
• Final Score: 1-1 (Regulation Time), 4-2 (Shootout)
• Key Moments:
  • Harmanpreet Singh scored the opening goal for India with a penalty corner conversion.
  • Amit Rohidas received a red card for high-sticking an opponent, leaving India one man down.
  • Lee Morton equalized for Great Britain before halftime.
  • In the shootout, India converted all four attempts while PR Sreejesh made a crucial save to secure the victory.

Previous Match

In their Pool B match against Australia, the Indian team showcased a strong performance, winning 3-2 with goals from Abhishek, Harmanpreet Singh, and a late penalty conversion by Blake Govers for Australia.

India’s victory against Great Britain not only highlighted their skill and determination but also brought them a step closer to their 13th Olympic medal in hockey. The team will now focus on their upcoming semifinal match, with hopes high for further success.