Youth India Midfielder Pawan Rajbhar is looking forward to a chance to play in the upcoming FIH Hockey Pro League matches against Spain and New Zealand to build on his experience competing in the Asia Cup 2022 in Jakarta earlier this year, where the newcomer has picked up his pace. and the team won the bronze medal.
Rajbhar was recently included in Hockey India’s main probables group for the national coaching camp, which began on 3 October in preparation for the Pro League 2022/2023 season opener in Bhubaneswar.
“I hope I get a chance to play in the Pro League and test myself against strong teams. I will continue to work hard and hope to get a chance for myself soon.
Speaking about his experiences of playing in the Asia Cup, where the Indian team led by Birender Lakra won the bronze, Pawan said donning the Indian jersey for the first time was a memorable moment for him.
“It was a proud moment for me to receive the jersey for the first time. It was always my dream to play for India. I felt a lot of pressure on me in the first two games of being on television and watched by hockey fans around the world. But after the first two games, my nerves calmed down and I started enjoying myself,” said the 24-year-old.
Pawan had a good run in the tournament as he scored four goals, and was also adjudged ‘Player of the Match’ twice against Indonesia and Malaysia.
“It was a great pleasure for me to work under the guidance of Birender Lakra and coach Sardar Singh, both of whom are legends of the game. He helped me and gave me advice on how to deal with the pressure. Once I was able to play freely, I was able to perform well. Getting my first goal in the Indian jersey is an unforgettable moment for me as my parents watched me score on television.”
Pawan, who hails from Karampur district in Uttar Pradesh, is excited to be a part of the national camp at the SAI Center in Bengaluru, as he believes he will get to learn from the best Indian players.
“I am really looking forward to participate in the national camp and do well there. Training with senior Indian players who have performed well for a long time will definitely be a learning experience for me.
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