Rupinder Pal Singh

Former captain Sardar Singh named in Hockey India selection committee

Harendra Singh had a major role to play in reviving Sardar's career and the former captain said the sacked India coach wasn't given enough time to prove his worth with the senior national side.

Jan 15, 2019, 21:16 PM IST

Youth only policy will not bring India success: Goalkeeper PR Sreejesh

When asked if he was in favour of going back to foreigners as national coach, Sreejesh responded in the positive.

Jan 04, 2019, 17:16 PM IST

Need to develop world class drag-flickers: Former Indian hockey captain Dilip Tirkey

In the absence of Rupinder Pal Singh, India had three dragflickers in young Harmanpreet, Amit Rohidas and Varun Kumar but their conversion rate was poor, recording just 30.7 per cent.

Dec 23, 2018, 17:27 PM IST

CWG 2018: India stun England to top Pool B and set up hockey semis clash with NZ

The Indian men's hockey team scored two goals in the final three minutes to overcome England 4-3 in a thrilling match to top Pool B and enter the semi-finals of the 21st Commonwealth Games on Wednesday.

Apr 11, 2018, 19:03 PM IST

Indian hockey team trying to improve defence in the circle

Defender Rupinder Pal Singh on Monday said that the Indian hockey team is trying its best not to repeat the defensive mistakes they committed in the four-nation invitational hockey tournament in New Zealand.

Feb 26, 2018, 20:57 PM IST

Four Nations Hockey: India clinch thrilling 5-4 win over Belgium in Hamilton

The Indian men's hockey team produced a spirited performance to upstage world No.3 Belgium 5-4 in its second match of the Four Nations Invitational tournament's second leg here on Thursday.

Jan 25, 2018, 14:55 PM IST

Hockey: India face Japan in four-nations opener in New Zealand

Indian men's hockey team will look to make a winning start to the new season when they take on Japan in their opening match of the Four Nations Invitational Tournament here on Wednesday.

Jan 16, 2018, 15:07 PM IST

HWL 2017 Final: India out of form but not out of it

To call India’s performance below-par will be an understatement. After a fighting draw against Australia, the team’s graph plunged in defeats against England (2-3) and Germany (0-2).

Dec 05, 2017, 18:02 PM IST

HWL 2017 Final: India arrive ‘too’ late against England, lose 2-3

The defeat means India slip to the last position in Pool B with just one point. However, it doesn’t hurt their chances of progressing as the format ensures all eight teams play the quarterfinals.

Dec 02, 2017, 21:17 PM IST

Hockey World League 2017 Final: Defence is my top priority, says dragflicker Rupinder Pal Singh

Back in national colours after recovering from an injury, dragflick specialist Rupinder Pal Singh said defence will be his top priority as he looks to make a fresh start during India's campaign at the Hockey World League (HWL) Final here.

Nov 29, 2017, 15:40 PM IST

Focus is to get intensity higher, says Indian hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne

The team plays practice matches against Olympic Gold medalists Argentina on November 27 and England on November 28 respectively.

Nov 23, 2017, 18:55 PM IST

Hockey: Recalled for HWL Final, Rupinder Pal Singh eager to put 'toughest phase' behind

Back into the national fold after overcoming the "toughest phase of his career", fit-again dragflicker Rupinder Pal Singh says his comeback will be difficult as he has to stave off stiff competition from juniors to cement his place in the side.

Nov 17, 2017, 13:44 PM IST

Sardar Singh axed from India's squad for Hockey World League Final, Rupinder Pal Singh returns

Sardar is a former India captain and 2017 Khel Ratna award winner and was part of the 2017 Asia Cup that India won last month.

Nov 17, 2017, 11:32 AM IST

Hockey World League: Rupinder Pal Singh, SK Uthappa ruled out, but India confident ahead of HWL Semi Final

India are placed in an easier Pool B, with the Netherlands only team ranked higher. Other teams in the pool are Pakistan and Canada. The other pool comprises Olympic 2016 champions Argentina, England, South Korea, Malaysia and China.

Jun 15, 2017, 00:04 AM IST

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup: Dominant India blank New Zealand 4-0 to finish third

India had finished runners-up in last year`s edition when they had lost 0-4 to Australia in the final.

May 06, 2017, 19:27 PM IST

Hockey India League: Delhi Waveriders thrash Punjab Warriors 6-1, jump to 3rd spot in standings

The win took the Waveriders to the third spot in the standings with 21 points from eight games, leaving Punjab at the bottom of the table with 17 points.

Feb 18, 2017, 09:51 AM IST

HIL, PREVIEW: Confident Delhi Waveriders take on Dabang Mumbai in bid to grab semi-final spot

Delhi will go into the game riding high on the confidence they have gained from the two successive wins against UP Wizards and Kalinga Lancers.

Feb 14, 2017, 16:20 PM IST

Hockey India League: Rupinder Pal Singh, Simon Child's late strike help Delhi Waveriders beat Kalinga Lancers 6-4

Rupinder has been successful at converting just one goal from the 10 PCs he has attempted this season.

Feb 12, 2017, 22:28 PM IST

Rupinder Pal Singh, PR Sreejesh want India to resume hockey ties with Pakistan

Rupinder was the highest scorer in Asian Champions Trophy with 11 goals to his name

Dec 06, 2016, 17:26 PM IST

Four Nations Hockey: India lose 2-3 to New Zealand, crash out of title race

The loss means India will now play Malaysia for the third-fourth place classification match tomorrow.

Nov 26, 2016, 14:40 PM IST