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It wasn't easy going through the jitters of another Olympic qualifier after missing out on the 2008 Beijing Olympics, but the team, under new coach Michael Nobbs, not only qualified for London but also remained unbeaten. (AP Photo)
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The squad boasts of a galaxy of stars, but none bigger than penalty-corner specialist Sandeep Singh who led India on the road to London with 15 goals in the Olympic qualifiers. (PTI Photo)
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The team has a nice blend of experience and youth, and standing as a pillar will be star playmaker and team's vice-captain Sardar Singh. (Getty Images)
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Leading India's strike force will be centre-forward Shivendra Singh, a real opportunist with a knack of scoring from impossible positions. He will be a part of India's potent striking trio that includes Tushar Khandker and SV Sunil. (PTI Photo)
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With a large population of Indians, London will be like second home to India. So there will be no shortage of support for the team. (Reuters Photo)
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Youngsters like Dharamvir Singh, SK Uthappa and Mandeep Singh will make sure that there is a sense of fearlessness in the team when they take on mighty opponents like Germany and Netherlands. (azlanshahcup.com Image)
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It's just been a year since Michael Nobbs was roped in from Australia to be the team's new coach. But even in this short period, the Aussie has made his presence felt by re-introducing India to its roots of attacking hockey. Olympic qualification and bronze medal at the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup testify that. (PTI Photo)
