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Hockey India Baljit Singh Award: Hockey India on Sunday congratulated men's team goalkeeper Krishan B Pathak on completing the milestone of 150 international caps. The 28-year-old, who hails from Kapurthala, Punjab, achieved this remarkable feat during India’s second match of the ongoing Asia Cup against Japan here at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium.

India began their campaign with a thrilling 4-3 win over China, riding on a hat-trick by captain Harmanpreet Singh and a goal from Jugraj Singh, and are now aiming to build on their winning momentum.

Pathak, known for his agility and consistency under the bar, first rose to prominence as part of the Gold medal-winning Indian junior team at the FIH Junior World Cup 2016 in Lucknow. He made his senior debut against Japan at the Four Nations Tournament in January 2018 and soon cemented his place in the squad.