Hockey India congratulates Jyoti on completing 100 international caps
Auckland, June 16
Hockey India extended heartfelt congratulations to Indian Women's Hockey Team midfielder Jyoti as she achieved the remarkable milestone of completing 100 International Caps during India's match against Japan in the FIH Women's Hockey Nations Cup in New Zealand on Tuesday.
Hailing from Haryana, Jyoti made her international debut in 2019 against Malaysia during a bilateral Test Series. Known for her tireless work ethic and composure in the midfield, she has played a key role in India's performances on the international stage, according to a press release.
Over the course of her career, Jyoti has represented India in several prestigious tournaments and was part of the squad that secured the bronze medal at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games as well as the team that won gold in the Women's Asian Champions Trophy in Ranchi and Rajgir.
She has also been a part of the team's FIH Hockey Pro League and Asia Cup campaigns, among other major international competitions in the past, helping the team achieve notable success over the years.
Expressing her happiness on reaching the milestone, Jyoti said, "Representing India has always been the greatest honour of my life. Completing 100 international matches is a proud moment for me and one that I will cherish forever. I would like to remember my family and thank my coaches, teammates and everyone who has supported me throughout this journey."
She added, "Every time I wear the Indian jersey, it motivates me to give my best for the country. The journey has taught me valuable lessons and helped me grow both as a player and as a person. I hope to continue contributing to the team's success and create many more special memories with them."
Meanwhile, Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey congratulated Jyoti on the achievement and praised her commitment.
"Hockey India congratulates Jyoti on the remarkable achievement of completing 100 international caps. Reaching this milestone is a testament to her dedication, consistency and hard work over the years. She has been an important member of the Indian Women's Hockey Team and has always displayed tremendous commitment whenever she has represented the country. We are proud of her accomplishments and wish her the very best for the future," he said.
Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh also congratulated Jyoti on reaching the milestone and lauded her contribution to the Indian Women's Hockey Team.
"Completing 100 International Caps is a significant achievement and reflects Jyoti's perseverance and commitment to the sport. Over the years, she has established herself as a dependable player and has contributed immensely to the growth and success of the Indian Women's Hockey Team. Her journey serves as an inspiration for young players aspiring to represent the country at the highest level," said the Secretary General.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Congrats to Jyoti! As someone who follows international hockey, I've seen her develop into a reliable midfielder since her debut. The FIH Nations Cup is a great platform for her to showcase her skills. India's women's team has come so far—from the 2022 CWG bronze to the Asian Champions Trophy gold. Well deserved milestone!
So happy for Jyoti! 🏑 All the best for many more caps. It's amazing to see players from smaller towns in Haryana making it big internationally. I hope this inspires more girls in rural India to take up hockey. The government should invest in grassroots hockey programs—talent is everywhere, just needs proper support.
Jyoti's dedication is unparalleled. But honestly, Hockey India's press releases are not enough. They need to actually promote the women's team more aggressively—televise their matches, sponsor training camps, market their achievements. We're producing world-class players but our sporting ecosystem still lags behind. Kudos to Jyoti for rising despite that! 💪
Incredible achievement! 100 caps for India at just 24 years old? That's a phenomenal pace. I remember watching her in the Pro League—her game awareness and positional sense are top-notch. The future of Indian women's hockey looks bright with players like Jyoti. Congratulations from Canada!
What a journey! From that Test series debut against Malaysia in 2019 to now completing 100 caps—she's grown so much. Her quote about the Indian jersey motivating her to give her best really resonates. These athletes are the true role models for our youth. Wishing her
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