India-Germany Hockey Series Kicks Off in Delhi, Shahid Anwar Commentator
Top teams clash after Olympic face-off; Jamshedpur’s Anwar debuts as commentator
Key Points:
• India vs Germany hockey series starts October 23 in Delhi
• Matches follow 2024 Olympics where teams won bronze and silver
• Jamshedpur’s Shahid Anwar to provide Hindi commentary debut
JAMSHEDPUR – The eagerly awaited India-Germany hockey series commences in Delhi, featuring Olympic medalists and a local commentator’s debut.
The highly anticipated hockey series between India and Germany is set to begin at Delhi’s Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium.
The opening match is scheduled for Wednesday, October 23.
This face-off follows their recent Olympic encounter in Paris 2024.
In that tournament, Germany clinched silver while India secured bronze.
The series pits the world champion German squad against India’s Asian Championship victors.
Spectators can expect intense competition over two days, October 23 and 24.
Live radio coverage will commence at 3 PM on both days.
Notably, Jamshedpur’s own Shahid Anwar will make his hockey commentary debut.
Anwar, an international sports commentator, will provide Hindi commentary on October 23.
His expertise spans various sports, including cricket, kabaddi, and basketball.
Recently, Anwar earned recognition as a national-grade hockey commentator.
This achievement came through a screening process conducted by All India Radio, Delhi.
The Department of Sports in Odisha also played a role in his selection.
Anwar’s transition to hockey commentary marks a significant milestone in his career.

