India Commemorates 50 Years Since Historic 1975 Hockey World Cup Victory

The triumph in Kuala Lumpur remains India's only hockey World Cup win, marked by resilience, skill, and a defining goal by Ashok Kumar.

India won its first and only hockey World Cup on March 15, 1975, defeating Pakistan 2-1 in a heated final in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The victory came after a challenging tournament that included weather disruptions, a loss to Argentina, and a dramatic semi-final against Malaysia.
Ashok Kumar, son of hockey legend Dhyan Chand, scored the decisive goal in the final, fulfilling a personal mission to win a gold medal for his family.
The 1975 campaign was a testament to the team's tenacity, overcoming injuries, scheduling difficulties, and strong competition from European and Asian teams.
The win remains a defining moment in Indian sports history, celebrated today as a symbol of the nation's hockey legacy and resilience.