Nikki Pradhan hits 200 caps: Hockey India hails defender's milestone

• Indian Women’s Hockey Team defender Nikki Pradhan achieved 200 International Caps against Wales in FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers 2026 Hyderabad.
• She made her international debut in 2016 and is the first female hockey player from Jharkhand to represent India at the Olympics (Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020).
• Pradhan has won multiple medals, including Gold at 2017 Women’s Asia Cup and 2023 Jharkhand Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi.
• She played a crucial role in India's Olympic qualification and won Gold at the FIH Women’s Nations Cup 2022.
• Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey and Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh congratulated her, praising her dedication and inspiration.