Bhubaneswar (SunstarTV Bureau): At the upcoming Tokyo Olympic Games 2020 the two defenders from Odisha, Birendra Lakra and Amit Rohidas have made their way into Indian Men’s hockey team, which will represent the country.
According to sources, on Friday Hockey India announced the 16-member squad.
Lakra had missed the chance of being a part of the squad during Olympic 2016 due to a major knee injury.
Odisha Sports Department also congratulated the duo on their selection and wished them good luck for Tokyo Olympics 2020.
“Odisha’s star defenders Birendra Lakra and Amit Rohidas have been selected in the 16-member Indian Men’s Hockey team for the Tokyo Olympics.
Hearty congratulations to both and wishing them the best for Tokyo2020.” tweeted Odisha Sports.
