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Women's hockey star Sharmila Devi, who was part of the squad that finished fourth at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, has been nominated for the FIH Women's Rising Star of the Year Award 2020-2021. The Haryana-based hockey feels that it feels fantastic when efforts and performances are recognized.

The Indian women’s hockey team created history by defeating gold medal contenders Australia 1-0 to reach the semi-finals at the Tokyo Olympics 2020. Gurjit Kaur scored the only goal in the 22nd minute of the game, while India defended with all their strength to bring up a famous victory.

Hockey India have announced the 16-member women's squad for the upcoming 2021 Tokyo Olympics, which begins on July 23. As expected, star striker Rani Rampal will lead the charge, while experienced players like Navjot Kaur, Navneet Kaur and Savita Punia were also named in the list.

Indian women's hockey star Navneet Kaur feels that staying calm in crunch conditions will hold key to their success in the upcoming 2021 Tokyo Olympics. The Indian eves, featuring in their third-ever Olympic Games, will begin their Tokyo campaign against the Netherlands on July 24.