The Latest Breaking News from PR Sreejesh

Men's Hockey World Cup: India not handling transition well, say former stars

The 3-5 defeat to Argentina, which ended India's semifinal hopes, exposed weaknesses that have repeatedly surfaced since the Paris Olympics.

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Pakistan hockey’s slide began at home, says Salman Akbar, points to India’s turnaround

Salman Akbar attributes Pakistan's hockey decline to a weak domestic structure. India invested in its grassroots and domestic ecosystem after 2008 Olympic failure. This sustained investment led to significant international successes for Indian hockey. Pakistan's return to the World Cup follows an eight-year absence from the event. The upcoming India-Pakistan…

The Economic Times · Aug 15

Sreejesh slams HI after removal as India U-21 coach, questions preference for foreign coaches

Former India goalkeeper PR Sreejesh voiced disappointment after his removal as junior men's team coach. His 17-month tenure saw five medals in five tournaments, including a Junior World Cup bronze. Sreejesh questioned Hockey India's continued reliance on foreign coaches, citing a preference for overseas expertise over Indian talent for national…

The Economic Times · May 13

FIH Awards: Harmanpreet Singh wins Men's Player of the Year, PR Sreejesh bags Goalkeeper of the Year

NEW DELHI: The International Hockey Federation (FIH) announced Indian hockey stars Harmanpreet Singh and PR Sreejesh as the Men's Player of the Year and Men's Goalkeeper of the Year, respectively, on Friday. The announcements came during the 49th FIH Statutory Congress held in Oman.

The Times of India · Nov 9, 2024

Suraj relishes Pathak challenge for No. 1 goalie's spot

Keeper feels competition will make India A better defensive unit

The Times of India · Nov 6, 2024

PR Sreejesh set for coaching debut as India's junior hockey team takes on Japan in Sultan of Johor Cup opener

JOHOR (Malaysia): Two-time Olympic medal-winning stalwart P R Sreejesh will face his first major test as India's new junior men's hockey coach when the under-21 team aims for a fourth title triumph at the 12th Sultan of Johor Cup, beginning with a clash against Japan here on Saturday. The 36-year-old…

The Times of India · Oct 18, 2024

Sultan of Johor Cup: Amir Ali to lead Indian junior hockey team in Sreejesh's coaching debut

BENGALURU: Amir Ali has been named captain, with Rohit as his deputy, in the 18-member junior hockey squad for the Sultan of Johor Cup that will mark the first assignment for head coach PR Sreejesh in Malaysia from October 19.

The Times of India · Oct 6, 2024

Sreejesh wants Lakra, Sunil in India coaching staff

CHENNAI: After an illustrious playing career spanning two decades, veteran goalkeeper PR Sreejesh will begin an exciting new chapter as the head coach of the Indian men's junior team. He will officially take up the role on Monday.

The Times of India · Oct 6, 2024

PM Narendra Modi writes heartwarming letter to hockey legend PR Sreejesh

India's long-serving goalkeeper, the legendary PR Sreejesh, announced his retirement from hockey following India's second consecutive Olympic bronze medal at the recently concluded Paris Games.

The Times of India · Sep 11, 2024

India face Malaysia, look to continue unbeaten run in Asian Champions Trophy

India will aim to extend their winning streak in the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament when they face Malaysia on Wednesday. The defending champions come into the match after a strong start, having defeated China 3-0 and Japan 5-1 in their two league games so far.

The Times of India · Sep 10, 2024