Published 13:59 IST, August 8th 2024
‘From a Young Boy to Defending India’s Honour’: PR Sreejesh’s Emotional Message Before Last Match
As PR Sreejesh prepares to play his final game for Hockey India at the Paris Olympics, he pens down a a heartfelt message for all the team's fans.
As India will play their final match in their Paris Olympics campaign, it will mark the end of an era as the Wall of Indian Hockey, PR Sreejesh, will call time in his international career. The star goalkeeper for Team India will be a major attraction when the team sets foot at the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium in Colombes, France. As Sreejesh gears up in action for the last time, he penned down a thoughtful note for all of his supporters.
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PR Sreejesh Presents an Emotional Note to the Fans Ahead of His Swansong in Bronze Medal Match at Paris Olympics
PR Sreejesh will be gearing up with the helmet and pads for the last time in the India colour Pallete as he will compete in his final career game for the country in a bronze medal match. Ahead of his swansong, the veteran penned an emotional note for the fans as he thanked them for being with him and the team in every circumstance.
"As I stand between the posts for the final time, my heart swells with gratitude and pride. This journey, from a young boy with a dream to the man defending India's honour, has been nothing short of extraordinary. Today, I play my last match for India. Every save, every dive, every roar of the crowd will forever echo in my soul. Thank you, India, for believing in me, for standing by me. This is not the end, but the beginning of cherished memories. Forever a custodian of dreams. Jai Hind," PR Sreejesh wrote on 'X', Formerly Twitter.
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The Harmanpreet Singh-led Team India will face off against Spain in the Bronze Medal match today, and they have a chance to enhance India's medal tally to four. The addition of bronze will be a fitting send-off to the retiring goalkeeper.
Updated 13:59 IST, August 8th 2024