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Manpreet Singh determined to win maiden World Cup medal
Manpreet Singh plays hockey for India.
He has won Olympic medals at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Games.
But he has never won a World Cup medal.
He is getting ready to play in his fourth World Cup.
He says this could be his last World Cup.
He is determined to finally win one this time.
India hasn't won the men's World Cup since 1975, which is 51 years ago.
Manpreet believes the team is experienced, talented, and well prepared.
He says captain Harmanpreet Singh is a great leader and one of the best drag-flickers in the world.
He is confident India will make it to the final.
Veteran Indian midfielder Manpreet Singh said this could be his fourth and possibly last FIH Hockey World Cup.
He is determined to win a maiden World Cup medal, which he called his ultimate unfulfilled objective.
India is seeking its first men's World Cup title since 1975, ending a 51-year wait.
Manpreet praised captain Harmanpreet Singh as an exceptional leader and one of the world's best drag-flickers.
Manpreet said he is confident India will reach the final, citing strong preparation and high belief in the squad.
- Who
- Veteran Indian midfielder Manpreet Singh, who also praised captain Harmanpreet Singh and senior players including Mandeep Singh
- What
- Manpreet said this could be his last World Cup and declared his determination to win a maiden World Cup medal
- Where
- New Delhi, where Manpreet spoke to JioStar
- When
- Ahead of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
- Why
- To end India's 51-year wait for a men's World Cup title and complete his unfulfilled objective
Optimistic outlook
Cautionary view
Prospects for India's World Cup campaign
Optimistic outlook
Manpreet is confident India will reach the final, citing the team's experience, talent, strong preparation, and high belief in the squad.
Cautionary view
India has not won the men's World Cup since 1975, a 51-year gap implying the hurdle remains significant despite recent Olympic success.
Key facts
- Event
- FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
- Manpreet's World Cup appearance
- 4th edition
- India's last men's World Cup title
- 1975
- Years since India's last title
- 51 years
- India's recent Olympic results
- Back-to-back medals at Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024
- India's captain
- Harmanpreet Singh
- Interview outlet
- JioStar
- Manpreet's role
- Midfielder and former captain
Quotes
Manpreet Singh
Veteran Indian hockey midfielder and former captain
“This World Cup means a lot to me because it's my fourth edition. We have won back‑to‑back Olympic medals, but a World Cup medal is still missing. For me, this could be my last World Cup, so I am approaching it with that mindset.”
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“Harmanpreet is an exceptional captain. He leads from the front and motivates the players during tough moments and keeps the team calm under pressure. His ability to read the game is top class.”
thehansindia.com
Sources
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