Akashdeep is selected for Arjuna award this year. Born on 2nd Dec.1994, forward Akashdeep Singh is a shining star of Indian team, with stylish game and scoring spectacular goals.

AKASHDEEP SINGH: He was part of the Indian men's National hockey team that took part at the Olympics (2016); World Cups (2014, 2018); Asian Games (2014, 2018); Asia Cup (2017), Commmonwealth Games (2014, 2018); Hockey World League Tier 4 (Finals) (2015, 2017), Hockey World League Tier 3 (Round 3) (2015, 2017) & Champions Trophy THRICE (2012, 2014 & 2016).   

Besides, the livewire forward also participated in innumerable engagements like Sultan Azlan Shah Cup ( 2015 & 2017) and Asian Champions Trophy (2012, 2013, 2016, 2018) etc. His popularity is such that that he was bidded highest in one of the Hockey India League auctions.