The all rounder played a key role in India winning the first-ever Asian Champions Trophy in Singapore in November 2016. She was also top scorer.

With a hawkish urge, she latched on to a rebound from China goalkeeper in the penalty corner drill to post the Tournament Winner just 17 seconds before the full time.

Deepika is one of the few old guards left in the present Indian women's national team

The dashing forward from Jamuna Nagar in Haryana is a product of Sports Hostel, Chandigarh. She works for Railway Coach Factory, Kapurthala.