Kunwar digvijay singh

Kunwar Digvijay Singh: Hockey India fondly recalls Kunwar Digvijay Singh, popularly called ‘Babu’, one of India's most elegant and talented hockey players. Celebrated for his skill, intelligence, and keen vision on the field, K. D. Singh was frequently regarded as the heir to Major Dhyan Chand, continuing India’s tradition of excellence and style that characterised its golden era hockey.

Born in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, in 1922, K. D. Singh began his college basketball career in Lucknow. He later represented Uttar Pradesh at the Nationals, gaining recognition for his exceptional dribbling skills and precise passing. In 1947, during the East Africa tour, he played alongside Major Dhyan Chand and outscored him by scoring 70 points goals.

K. D. Singh debuted at the Olympics as the Vice-Captain of the Indian team during the 1948 London Games and witnessed a historic milestone as India won its first Olympic gold medal as an independent nation. His skill contributed to India's commanding 4–0 win over Great Britain in the final held in their home country Wembley.