India Celebrates Golden Jubilee of Historic 1975 Hockey World Cup Victory at Hockey India Awards 2024

The Hockey India 7th Annual Awards 2024 will commemorate the golden jubilee of India's 1975 Hockey World Cup victory. On this day in 1975, the Indian Men's Hockey Team, under the leadership of Ajit Pal Singh, secured their first World Cup title by defeating Pakistan 2-1 in the final held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The stalwarts of the 1975 team will be felicitated at the awards night to honor their achievement. Ajit Pal Singh expressed his excitement, recalling the significance of the 1975 World Cup win. He reminisced about the challenges faced during the tournament, including a loss to Argentina and a close semi-final against Malaysia. The Indian team's journey to the final included victories against England, Ghana, and West Germany, along with a draw against Australia. The Hockey India Annual Awards will also recognize outstanding performances in Indian hockey during the 2024 season, with a prize pool of INR 12 crore.