Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s hockey ace Amit Rohidas was snapped up for Rs 48 lakh during the Hockey India League (HIL) men’s auction for the 2024-25 season, held on Sunday. Rohidas, a key defender for the Indian national team, will play for the Chennai-based franchise, Tamil Nadu Dragons. A vital member of India’s backline, Amit Rohidas has…
Bhubaneswar: East Coast Railway (ECoR) General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal today felicitated ECoR Sports Officer and hockey Olympian Amit Rohidas, recognizing his instrumental role in securing a bronze medal for the Indian Men’s Hockey Team at the recently concluded Paris Olympics. During the ceremony, Funkwal lauded Rohidas for his dedication and exceptional performance on the global…
Bhubaneswar: In a grand homecoming celebration, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday honored Olympian hockey player Amit Rohidas at Lok Seva Bhavan following his return to the state. Rohidas, a key defender in the Indian hockey team, received a rousing welcome upon his arrival at the Biju Patnaik International Airport. During the felicitation…
Paris: Seasoned defender Amit Rohidas has been suspended for one match at the Paris 2024 Olympics hockey tournament, resulting in his absence from India’s semifinal match against Germany, scheduled on Tuesday. This suspension follows Rohidas’ receipt of a red card during the quarter-final match against Great Britain on Sunday. “Amit Rohidas was suspended for one…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a financial incentive of ₹15 lakh each for ace javelin thrower Kishore Jena and hockey star Amit Rohidas, who are set to represent the state in the upcoming Paris Olympics. The announcement, made on Monday, aims to motivate the two talented athletes as they prepare for the prestigious…
New Delhi: Hockey India has unveiled the much-anticipated 16-member Indian Men’s Hockey Team for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, scheduled from July 26th to August 11th, 2024. With five Olympic debutants, the team brings a fresh approach, driven by rigorous training at the ongoing national camp at the SAI Centre in Bengaluru. The team will be…
Rourkela: In a thrilling encounter at the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023-24, the Indian men’s hockey team faced a setback as they drew 2-2 against Australia but subsequently lost 0-3 in the shootout at the Birsa Munda Stadium on Saturday. The Indian team took the lead with Harmanpreet Singh (20th minute) and Amit Rohidas (25th…
Bhubaneswar: In a momentous recognition of the stellar achievements of hockey players hailing from Odisha, the state government has declared cash awards to honour their outstanding performances on the international stage. The announced awards underscore Odisha’s rich legacy in the sport and its commitment to nurturing and celebrating talent. Amit Rohidas and Deep Grace Ekka,…
New Delhi: Experienced defender Amit Rohidas from Odisha has been named in the 26-member squad for the upcoming four nation tour in Cape Town, South Africa, scheduled to commence on January 22, as announced by Hockey India on Wednesday. The tournament will witness the participation of France, Netherlands, India, and the host nation South Africa….
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik felicitated the Odia Olympians today and handed over cash rewards to the four Hockey players for their spectacular performances in the Tokyo Olympics. As Birendra Lakra and Amit Rohidas were part of the men’s Hockey team that won bronze medal in the Olympic games, they were handed over cash rewards…
