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India's veteran goalkeeper PR Sreejesh has announced his retirement from international hockey. Sreejesh will retire after the Bronze medal match against Spain. He penned a heartfelt post on his social media accounts expressing his emotions before the last time he stepped into the field.
The 36-year-old who made his international debut in 2006 played his fourth Olympic at the Paris Olympics 2024. India managed to reach the semi-finals of the Paris Olympics 2024 but lost the match against Germany by 3-2. Sreejesh played a key role in helping India reach the semi-finals. India won the Bronze medal in the Tokyo Olympics and now would be eyeing to repeat it this time as well.
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"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," wrote Sreejesh thanking the fans.
Sreejesh's career
PR Sreejesh started his illustrious career with the junior team in 2004, before making his way to the senior side in 2006. Sreejesh has been incredible as a goalkeeper saving India at crucial moments playing clutch. Since the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, India and Spain have played nine matches across tournaments with the Indian hockey team winning five of those games. India is, by far, the most successful team in Olympic hockey history. The men's side has won 12 medals, including eight gold.
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