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Used To Walk 10 Km To Watch HIL Matches, Now I’ll Play In It, Reveals Amir Ali
Amir, born and raised in Lucknow, is the son of a bike mechanic. He balanced helping his father after school with pursuing his passion for hockey, attending coaching sessions alongside his work. His journey from working as a part-time mechanic to captaining the Indian junior team in major international tournaments highlights the perseverance and dedication that define his career.
Reflecting on his journey and what inspired him to become a hockey player, Amir revealed, "During my teenage years, I felt embarrassed by my father’s job as a bike mechanic because I wasn’t mature enough to realise that no work is insignificant. But it was our family’s struggles that pushed me to pursue my dreams in hockey. I wanted to change our financial situation and make my family and country proud. That desire became my greatest motivation to succeed as a hockey player."
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