As the excitement builds for the return of the Hero Hockey India League (HIL), Lalit Kumar Upadhyay of the UP Rudras is gearing up in Rourkela, training with his new team to face the Vedanta Kalinga Lancers in less than a week.
A seasoned forward for the Indian Men's Hockey Team and a two-time Olympic Bronze medallist, Lalit credits the HIL for shaping his early career and providing the opportunity to fight for his place on the national team.
"When the league was introduced, it was a huge platform for Indian players. It offered us a chance to showcase our talent and directly make it to the squad," Lalit remarked. He highlighted the financial and professional support the league has provided, noting its instrumental role in elevating the sport's profile.
This story is from the December 26, 2024 edition of The Free Press Journal.
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