Versatile Jugraj Singh, son of a porter at Attari-Wagah border, and India’s hero in Asian Champions Trophy hockey final
As a child, Jugraj Singh, the son of a porter, sold tricolor flags and water bottles to tourists at the Attari-Wagah border to help his family make ends meet.
On Tuesday evening, the national anthem rang out at Moqi after India defeated hosts China 1-0, thanks to a goal from Jugraj in the 51st minute, allowing them to defend their Asian Champions Trophy hockey title.
Jugraj's goal was pivotal. With this victory, along with last year's Asian Games gold, India has solidified its status as a dominant force in Asian hockey.
At 27, Jugraj is a versatile player capable of performing as a centre-back, full-back, and drag-flicker. Alongside captain Harmanpreet Singh, he ranks among the most formidable penalty corner specialists in the sport. Scoring the winning goal from a pass by Harmanpreet marked Tuesday as the biggest day of Jugraj's hockey career.
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