- Midfielder Hardik Singh and goalkeeper Savita Punia were on Friday conferred with the men’s and women’s Indian ‘Hockey Player of the Year awards at a glittering ceremony here.
- Hardik was the most impressive player for India in the FIH World Cup whereas Savita had led India to the Nation’s Cup title.
- The 24-year-old Hardik beat his illustrious seniors like Manpreet Singh and Harmanpreet Singh to win the prestigious 2022 award.
- Hardik was the most impressive player for India in the FIH World Cup held in Odisha in January before he was ruled out of the tournament due to a hamstring injury he suffered during the second-group match against England.
- He had scored a goal in India’s 2-0 win over Spain in the first match. India had made a shock exit from the World after losing to Spain in the pre-quarterfinals.
- Savita had led India to the FIH Women’s Nation’s Cup title in December last to book a berth in the Women’s Pro League.
- Both Hardik and Savita received Rs 25 lakh each, along with a trophy. The total prize money for the wards was in excess of Rs 2.7 crore.
Hardik Singh, Savita Punia conferred with Hockey India men’s and women’s Player of Year awards
