Veteran goalkeeper PR Sreejesh delivered a stellar performance to guide the Indian men’s hockey team into the semifinals of the Paris 2024 Olympics with a thrilling 4-2 shootout victory over Great Britain on Sunday. The win keeps India on track to secure their second consecutive Olympic medal following their bronze in Tokyo.

The match took a dramatic turn when India was reduced to 10 men after defender Amit Rohidas received a red card for raising his stick against a Great Britain player. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the Indian team displayed remarkable resilience, holding off a relentless British attack for nearly 40 minutes to maintain a 1-1 scoreline in regulation time.

Sreejesh, who was instrumental in India’s bronze medal run at the Tokyo Games, once again proved to be the cornerstone of the team’s defense. His exceptional saves in the shootout were the highlight of the match, ensuring India’s progression to the final four.

The victory not only underlines India’s growing stature in world hockey but also brings them a step closer to their dream of back-to-back Olympic medals. The team will now prepare for a challenging semifinal clash, with hopes of advancing to the final and potentially securing a historic gold.

India’s resilience and Sreejesh’s heroics have sparked excitement across the nation, as the team aims to build on its success and bring home another Olympic medal.