Hardik Singh
Profile & Basic Info
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Name: Hardik Singh Rai
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Date of Birth: 23 September 1998 (hockeyindia.org)
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Position: Midfielder (hockeyindia.org)
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Department / State: Punjab Civil Secretariat / Hockey Punjab (hockeyindia.org)
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National Team Debut Year: 2018 (hockeyindia.org)
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International Caps / Goals: As of recent data: around 164 caps and 12 goals. (hockeyindia.org)
Early Life & Background
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Hardik hails from Khusropur village, near Jalandhar, Punjab. (Asian Hockey Federation)
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He comes from a strong hockey lineage — his grandfather coached hockey in the Indian Navy; his father and uncles represented at various levels. (Wikipedia)
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Despite his family history, his early journey had challenges. For example, at one point he considered giving up his dream of playing for India. (Asian Hockey Federation)
Rise & Career Highlights
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Made his senior team debut for India at the 2018 Asian Champions Trophy in Muscat. (Wikipedia)
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Played a key role as a midfield engine for India’s resurgence. For instance, he completed 150 international caps as of June 2025. (hockeyindia.org)
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His departmental affiliation (Punjab Civil Secretariat) shows how state departments in India support athletes by giving them employment or associations while they play.
Style of Play & Strengths
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As a midfielder, Hardik is known for work-rate, pressing, passing vision, and linking defence to attack. (E.g., described as “India’s engine in the middle of the park.”) (Wikipedia)
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He contributes not just in buildup but also in defence (recoveries) and sometimes goal-scoring.
Major Achievements & Awards
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Won the Arjuna Award in 2021 for his outstanding contribution to Indian hockey. (hockeyindia.org)
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Received the Hockey India Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year (Men) in 2022 and 2023. (hockeyindia.org)
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Represented India in major tournaments: Olympics (Tokyo 2020), Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, World Cup. (hockeyindia.org)
Why He’s Significant
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Hardik is an example of the new generation of Indian hockey players who are bridging the gap between traditional strengths and modern demands of the game (fitness, pace, pressing).
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His journey from a small village in Punjab to the international stage resonates with many aspiring athletes in India.
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His role with the Indian team (and his position at a state department) reflects how sport in India is supported via institutional frameworks (departments, states) which allow talent to grow.
If you like, I can pull together his career statistics (by year and tournament), key matches where he was pivotal, and what the future looks like for him and Indian hockey. Would you like that?
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