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Watch: Sunil Taneja breaks down while commentating Indian hockey team’s QF win at Olympics

Watch: Sunil Taneja breaks down while commentating Indian hockey team’s QF win at Olympics

The Indian men's hockey team will face either of Germany or Argentina in the semi-final clash, which is scheduled to be played on August 6.

The nation was on the edge of its seat as the Indian hockey team battled it out against Great Britain in a pulsating quarter-final clash at the Paris Olympics 2024. And when the final whistle blew, signaling India’s hard-fought victory and their progression to the semi-finals, the collective euphoria reached a crescendo.

‘Bharat Semi-Final Ja Raha Hai’

No one captured this raw, unbridled emotion better than Jio Cinema commentator Sunil Taneja. Taneja’s voice, normally steady and measured, transformed into a raw, emotional outpouring as the magnitude of India’s achievement sunk in. His repeated cried of “Bharat semifinal ja raha hai! (India is going into the semi-finals)” were more than just words. These words were a relief for millions of fans who were experiencing a similar rollercoaster of emotions.

Historic win for Indian hockey team

The match itself was a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Indian team. Playing a man down for a significant portion of the game, they displayed a resilience that was nothing short of heroic. Goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, in particular, was the standout performer, his crucial saves in the penalty shootout earning him legendary status.

But it was the collective effort and the unyielding determination of the entire team that propelled them to victory. Their triumph is a moment that will be etched in the annals of Indian sports history, and Sunil Taneja’s emotional commentary has ensured that the nation will never forget the raw intensity of that magical night.

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