Manpreet Singh (field hockey) despite missing few matches. On 18 May 2017, he was promoted to captain India's hockey team for the three Nations Invitational Tournament in Germany that started on 1 June and the World League Semi Final in England that started on 15 June. Manpreet Singh (field hockey) Manpreet Singh, full name Manpreet Singh Pawar (born 26 June 1992) is an Indian field hockey player and current captain of India men's national field hockey team since May 2017. He plays as a halfback. He first played for India in 2011 at the age of 19. He represented India at the 2012 Summer
Sandeep Singh injured after being hit by an accidental gunshot in the "Shatabadi Express" train, while on his way to join the national team due to leave for the World Cup in Africa two days later. He was almost paralyzed and on the wheelchair for 1 year of his life. He was 20 at that time. Singh not only recovered from that serious injury but also established himself again and played world cup for India in 2010 Indian team. Filmmaker Shaad Ali has made a biographical film titled "Soorma" on Sandeep life. Diljit Dosanjh has played Sandeep Singh's role in the film.