Indian hockey recently crossed the age of 100 and the event was celebrated in a grand function in New Delhi. The Indian Hockey Federation (IHF) was formed on November 7, 1925 in Gwalior and thereafter Indian teams began competing in international events. Rising quickly, India soon became the dominant force in world hockey and from then, Indian hockey has created a legacy that the nation can be proud of.After the formation of the IHF, India was the first non-European team to be a part of the international federation of hockey.

The formation of the IHF was a landmark event because it enabled international exposure for talented Indian players.

In 1926, the IHF organised India’s first international tour – a trip to New Zealand. The Indian players immediately made their mark. India ended th

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