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Poonam Rani

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Date of Birth May 29, 2023
Poonam Rani: A Brief Biography
Poonam Rani made her senior international debut in the year 2008 against an imposing Dutch side on their home turf, when she was just sixteen. Now 23, the Hisar girl has already played over 150 games for the Indian women\'s hockey team and has been a key influence in India\'s qualifying campaign for the 2016 Olympics which happens to mark their return to the Games after a hiatus of 36 years. Known for her attacking prowess alongside her fellow strikers Rani Rampal and Vandana Kataria, Poonam gives shape to a remarkably potent forward line that could give the bigger teams a run for their money at the upcoming Rio Olympics.

Poonam Rani News

FIH Women\'s World Cup 2018: Poonam Rani not named in 48-member India squad, Rani Rampal makes return
FIH Women's World Cup 2018: Poonam Rani not named in 48-member India squad, Rani Rampal makes return
Indian Hockey ascended new heights in 2016
Indian Hockey ascended new heights in 2016
Poonam Rani criticizes government; blames them for not treating Indian athletes properly
Poonam Rani criticizes government; blames them for not treating Indian athletes properly
Indian women fight back with a 2-2 draw against Japan in a close match
Indian women fight back with a 2-2 draw against Japan in a close match
Last Modified Aug 23, 2018 20:49 IST