Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Friday witnessed the splendid inaugural match of FIH Men’s Pro League between India and New Zealand at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.
Taking to Twitter, the Chief Minister said that Odisha is proud host of the tri-nation tournament and hoped that Indian team will take advantage of home ground and emerge victorious.
Enjoyed a splendid inaugural match of FIH Men’s Pro League between Indian #Hockey Team & @BlackSticks at #KalingaStadium. #Odisha is proud host of the tri-nation tournament. Hope our team will take advantage of home ground & emerge victorious. Wish the team best. #OdishaForSports pic.twitter.com/PbePqSH050
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) October 28, 2022
India made an impressive start beating New Zealand 4-3 in a thrilling FIH Pro League opener.