Top 30+ Major Dhyan Chand Inspiring Quotes and Books to Read

Every year on August 29, India’s National Sports Day honours the great hockey player Major Dhyan Chand, whose extraordinary abilities, charming personality and unparalleled contribution to the game of hockey in India earned him the nickname ‘The Hockey Wizard’.

Major Dean Chandler was born on August 29, 1905, and his hockey career was nothing short of amazing. He had an unparalleled ability to control the game, score goals from seemingly impossible angles, and dribble past opponents.

Major Dean Chand’s legend goes far beyond his Olympic achievements. Over the years, countless players and sports fans have been inspired by his love for the game, sportsmanship and dedication to perfection. His contribution to the history of Indian hockey is immense and his name has become the face of Indian hockey.

India celebrates the life and achievements of Major Dhyan Chand on National Sports Day. Today is a day to remember his intellect, tireless dedication and indomitable spirit. This day also reminds us of the value of sports in our lives and its beneficial impact on people and communities.

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National Sports Day 2024: Inspirational Quotes

  • If you can’t score goals this way, you don’t deserve to be in my team. Major Dhyan Chand
  • It is not the country’s responsibility to push me forward, it is my responsibility to push me forward. Major Dhyan Chand
  • Demanding more of yourself than you demand of others is the first step towards success. Major Dhyan Chand
  • Gold medal is my goal and I will work hard to achieve it. PV Sindhu
  • I believe honesty is definitely the best policy in the long run. You can get away with lying for the good of the team, but in the end, it is honesty that pays off. Kapil Dev
  • If I, a mother of two, can win a medal, then you can too. Follow my example and don’t give up. Mary Kom
  • I won’t stop until I’ve filled a bucket with sweat. I’ll push myself so hard that I’ll eventually pass out and have to be hospitalized, and I’ll pray to God to save me and vow to be more careful next time. And then I’ll do it all over again. Milkha Singh
  • If we really want to become a good football nation, we need to start from the grassroots level, we need to open more football academies with first-class facilities. Baichung Bhutia
  • No one has ever seen this state. It is a state of mind full of confidence and positive thinking. MS Dhoni
  • I have only one talent. I can work harder than anyone else. Abhinav Bindra
  • I was just a kid with a dream and today I am a Commonwealth Champion. Mary Kom
  • Success? When people throw stones at you, you turn them into milestones. Sachin Tendulkar
  • No one lives here forever! This land belongs to God! So make the most of the time you spend here! You have no obligations, only responsibilities to those who are and will continue their journey on this planet. Sushil Kumar
  • Confidence is important – even if it’s fake. If you make a mistake and don’t let your opponent know what you’re thinking, he may overlook it. Viswanathan Anand
  • I don’t play to prove anything to anyone. I play for my country and myself. If I feel I have the ability to achieve something, I will keep working hard to succeed. Sania Mirza
  • I am like millions, but not one in a million. I am no different from anyone else. Any girl can do what I did; all they need is perseverance, determination, the will to work hard and push boundaries, and a commitment to never give up to achieve their goals. Sakshi Malik
  • If you want to achieve something in life, you have to take risks. Deepa Karmakar
  • One of the great joys of performing at the world’s top venues is seeing the Indian flag flying every time you attend a show. That’s enough to inspire any Indian to perform there. Sania Mirza
  • If I have a reason to do something and I am passionate about it, I usually succeed. – Leander Pas
  • I want to be the best, it’s not about ranking, it’s about consistency. Saina Nehwal

Main Dhyan Chand Books

Here is the complete list of books related to Indian legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand:

Biography and Autobiography

  • “Goal!” by Major Dhyan Chand (autobiography)
  • Hockey Wizard: The Life and Times of Major Dhyan Chand by BN Mukherji
  • Dhyan Chand: A Hockey Legend by BN Mukherji
  • Dhyan Chand: The Hockey Prodigy by AN Mitra
  • Dhyan Chand: The man who made Indian hockey magical by KP Jayasankar

Other related books

  • Hockey: An Indian Saga by BN Mukherji
  • Indian Hockey: A History by KP Jayasankar
  • The Golden Age of Indian Hockey by BN Mukherji

These books offer valuable insights into the life, career and impact of one of India’s most celebrated sporting icons, Major Dhyan Chand. They explore his journey, achievements and the lasting legacy he leaves in the world of hockey. National Sports Day reminds us of the importance of sports and how everyone should indulge in them to take care of their physical and mental health.

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