The age-old malady of inconsistency remained unaddressed but Indian hockey did take baby steps towards global success in 2017, a year which reaffirmed the nation's continental supremacy in the sport.
Also seen in action for India will be the shuttlers, boxers, the women's hockey team and the table tennis players among others.
A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Monday
India's gold haul from track-and-field continued at the Asian Games on Thursday, culminating in its best showing at the continental showpiece in close to seven decades. However, there was heartbreak in the hockey arena as its men's team was beaten by Malaysia in the semi-finals.
With three wins and a draw, India are currently leading the six-team league table with 10 points and a goal difference of eight.
India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's Ranchi Rhinos' have retained most of the players.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday
A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday
A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday
India badminton team have been accorded the top seed this time and are clubbed with Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Scotland in Group A.
A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday
A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Tuesday
London Olympics bronze medallist M C Mary Kom was on Monday voted the 'Most Valuable Player' of India's campaign at the Incheon Asian Games, at a felicitation for the medal winners by the contingent sponsors, Samsung India.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday
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