From Magnet Stick Myth To Adolf Hitler's Offer, Top 10 Lesser-Known Facts About Hockey Legend Dhyan Chand On National Sports Day - In Pics
Dhyan Chand Singh, famously known as Dhyan Chand, is a name etched in the annals of sporting history as one of the greatest field hockey players to ever grace the world stage. Beyond his prowess with a hockey stick, Dhyan Chand stands as an icon of India's sporting excellence and an inspiration to generations of athletes. While many are familiar with his achievements, there exists a trove of lesser-known facts that shed light on the man behind the legend. In this listicle, we embark on a journey to uncover ten intriguing facets of Dhyan Chand's life and career that every sports enthusiast should know. From the origins of his nickname to encounters with legends like Don Bradman and Adolf Hitler, these captivating details offer a deeper understanding of the enigmatic genius who transformed the world of hockey.
Aug 29, 2023, 16:18 PM IST
Foundation stone to be laid for Major Dhyan Chand Sports University
Today PM Modi is visiting Meerut in western Uttar Pradesh and he will lay the foundation stone of Major Dhyan Chand Sports University here today. CM Yogi Adityanath will also participate in this program.
Jan 02, 2022, 09:44 AM IST
Biopic to be made on legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand
"Dhyanchand" will be released countrywide in 2022.
Dec 15, 2020, 17:36 PM IST
Sachin Tendulkar backs 'Fit India Movement', plays carrom with senior citizens
Not only this, Sachin further gifted the residents carrom boards and other board games in order to keep them engaged and remain healthy.
Aug 29, 2019, 19:02 PM IST
Will not beg Bharat Ratna for my father: Hockey legend Dhyan Chand's son
Ashok Kumar, regarded as the world's best dribbler in hockey, post-independence, and son of an unbeatable athlete in modern sports history, said that the country should not forget Dhyan Chand's ultra-nationalistic character.
Aug 29, 2019, 17:02 PM IST
Juniors putting pressure but Khel Ratna Sardar Singh hopes to carry on until Tokyo Olympics
Hockey being one of the most physically demanding sports, it gets difficult to cope with the demands on the other side of 30, but Sardar stays hopeful to extend his career to Tokyo Olympics in 2020.
Sep 06, 2017, 16:48 PM IST
Bharat Ratna for hockey wizard: Olympian Ashok Kumar hails Sports Ministry's effort for recognising Dhyan Chand
Kumar's reaction came after the Sports Minister Vijay Goel wrote to the Prime Minister's Office, requesting Bharat Ratna for the late Dhyan Chand.
Jun 08, 2017, 19:21 PM IST
Sports Ministry writes to Prime Minister's Office, requests Bharat Ratna for hockey legend Dhyan Chand
Hockey legend Dhyan Chand helped India win three gold medals at the Olympics.
Jun 07, 2017, 18:31 PM IST
Sport becomes Bollywood's latest goldmine: Akshay Kumar reveals launch of new movie Gold
Always regarded as one of the fittest and also bankable actors, Akshay doing a sporting movie sure gives Bollywood certain legitimacy.
Oct 21, 2016, 18:37 PM IST
Happy Birthday Dhyan Chand: 10 interesting facts you must know about India's hockey legend
Dhyan Chand led India to three Olympic gold medal wins in 1928, 1932 and 1936.
Aug 29, 2016, 10:24 AM IST
Dhyan Chand should have got Bharat Ratna ahead of Sachin Tendulkar, says former greats
The clamour for the award to Dhyan Chand has resurfaced after he missed out on the honour in 2013 when Tendulkar was chosen for the country's highest civillian honour ahead of the hockey legend.
Aug 28, 2016, 19:17 PM IST
PM Modi hosts Rio medallists PV Sindhu, Sakshi Malik, national sports awardees
India returned with two medals, a silver in women's singles badminton and a bronze in women's wrestling, from the Rio Games.
Aug 28, 2016, 19:00 PM IST
Makers of biopic on Dhyan Chand yet to finalise lead actor
Names of superstar Shah Rukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor had cropped up to play the hockey legend on screen.
Jul 03, 2016, 12:19 PM IST
Milkha Singh for time-bound plan to produce top athletes
Legendary athlete Milkha Singh on Sunday said the government should chart out a time-bound plan with the help of Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and other sports bodies to produce athletes who excel internationally.
Dec 13, 2015, 22:27 PM IST
