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'''Dilip Tirkey''' (born 25 November 1977), is a former [[Field hockey in India|Indian]] [[field hockey]] player and his playing position was of full back. He was best known for his [[Penalty corner (field hockey)|penalty corner]] hit. Dilip was one of the most difficult defenders (because of his tight marking skill near goal post) to beat in the world. He was an ex-captain of [[India men's national field hockey team|Indian hockey team]]. On 22 March 2012, he was elected unopposed to the [[Rajya Sabha]] as one of the three [[Biju Janata Dal]] (BJD) candidates to the Upper House of Indian Parliament.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-03-22/india/31224396_1_dilip-tirkey-bjd-leader-seats|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130103071918/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-03-22/india/31224396_1_dilip-tirkey-bjd-leader-seats|url-status=dead|archive-date=2013-01-03|work=[[The Times of India]]|title=Dilip Tirkey|access-date=2012-06-18 }}</ref> Previously, Dilip Tirkey was working as chairman of [[Odisha Tourism Development Corporation]] (OTDC), now he is working as the chairman of Odisha Hockey Promotion Council.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Dilip Tirkey becomes chairman of Hockey Odisha's adhoc committee|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/sport/2021/jun/18/dilip-tirkey-becomes-chairman-of-hockey-odishas-adhoc-committee-2318224.html|access-date=2021-08-08|website=The New Indian Express}}</ref> | |||
'''Dilip Tirkey''' (born 25 November 1977), is a former [[Field hockey in India|Indian]] [[field hockey]] player and his playing position was of full back. He was best known for his [[Penalty corner (field hockey)|penalty corner]] hit. Dilip was one of the most difficult defenders (because of his tight marking skill near goal post) to beat in the world. He was an ex-captain of [[India men's national field hockey team|Indian hockey team]]. On 22 March 2012, he was elected unopposed to the [[Rajya Sabha]] as one of the three [[Biju Janata Dal]] (BJD) candidates to the Upper House of Indian Parliament.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-03-22/india/31224396_1_dilip-tirkey-bjd-leader-seats|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130103071918/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-03-22/india/31224396_1_dilip-tirkey-bjd-leader-seats|url-status=dead|archive-date=2013-01-03|work=[[The Times of India]]|title=Dilip Tirkey|access-date=2012-06-18 }}</ref> | |||
==Personal life== | ==Personal life== | ||
Dilip Tirkey was born to Vincent Tirkey a former Odia hockey player and Regina Tirkey on 25 November 1977. His twin younger brothers Anoop Tirkey and Ajit Tirkey play for [[Indian Railways]]. He is married to | Dilip Tirkey was born to Vincent Tirkey a former Odia hockey player and Regina Tirkey on 25 November 1977. His twin younger brothers Anoop Tirkey and Ajit Tirkey play for [[Indian Railways]]. He is married to Meera Tirkey and was appointed as the Deputy Manager at [[Air India]] (Bhubaneswar) in 1996.<ref>{{cite news |title=Skipper first, husband later - Dilip tirkey ties knot, but no honeymoon |url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/jharkhand/skipper-first-husband-later-dilip-tirkey-ties-knot-but-no-honeymoon/cid/820159 |access-date=8 August 2021 |work=www.telegraphindia.com |date=6 February 2006}}</ref> His family follows [[Roman Catholic|Roman Catholicism]].<ref>{{Cite news|last=MOHANTY|first=MEERA|title=Politics is difficult than playing hockey: Dilip Tirkey|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/politics-is-difficult-than-playing-hockey-dilip-tirkey/articleshow/33190653.cms?from=mdr%7Caccess-date=2021-04-20|work=The Economic Times}}</ref> | ||
==Career== | ==Career== | ||
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*2002: [[Hockey Champions Trophy|Champions Trophy]] at Cologne, Germany (4th place), as Captain | *2002: [[Hockey Champions Trophy|Champions Trophy]] at Cologne, Germany (4th place), as Captain | ||
*2002: [[2002 Asian Games|Asian Games]] at Busan, South Korea ( Silver medal ), as Captain | *2002: [[2002 Asian Games|Asian Games]] at Busan, South Korea ( Silver medal ), as Captain | ||
*2003: Asia Cup at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Champions) | *2003: [[2003 Men's Hockey Asia Cup|Asia Cup]] at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Champions) | ||
*2003: [[2003 Afro-Asian Games|Afro-Asian Games]] at Hyderabad (Gold medal), as Captain | *2003: [[2003 Afro-Asian Games|Afro-Asian Games]] at Hyderabad (Gold medal), as Captain | ||
*2004: [[2004 Summer Olympics|Olympic Games]] at Athens, Greece (7th place), as Captain<ref>http://www.orisports.com</ref> | *2004: [[2004 Summer Olympics|Olympic Games]] at Athens, Greece (7th place), as Captain<ref>http://www.orisports.com</ref> | ||
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Latest revision as of 14:45, 17 December 2021
Dilip Tirkey | |
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MP of Rajya Sabha for Odisha | |
In office 4 April 2012 – 3 April 2018 | |
Succeeded by | Prasanta Nanda, BJD |
Personal details | |
Born | Sundergarh, Odisha, India | 25 November 1977
Political party | Biju Janata Dal |
Medal record | ||
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Representing India | ||
Men’s Field Hockey | ||
Asian Games | ||
1998 Bangkok | Team | |
2002 Busan | Team | |
Asia Cup | ||
2003 Kuala Lumpur | ||
2007 Chennai | ||
1999 Kuala Lumpur |
Dilip Tirkey (born 25 November 1977), is a former Indian field hockey player and his playing position was of full back. He was best known for his penalty corner hit. Dilip was one of the most difficult defenders (because of his tight marking skill near goal post) to beat in the world. He was an ex-captain of Indian hockey team. On 22 March 2012, he was elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha as one of the three Biju Janata Dal (BJD) candidates to the Upper House of Indian Parliament.[1] Previously, Dilip Tirkey was working as chairman of Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC), now he is working as the chairman of Odisha Hockey Promotion Council.[2]
Personal life[edit]
Dilip Tirkey was born to Vincent Tirkey a former Odia hockey player and Regina Tirkey on 25 November 1977. His twin younger brothers Anoop Tirkey and Ajit Tirkey play for Indian Railways. He is married to Meera Tirkey and was appointed as the Deputy Manager at Air India (Bhubaneswar) in 1996.[3] His family follows Roman Catholicism.[4]
Career[edit]
He made his debut in 1995 against England.[5] He represented India in 1996 Atlanta, 2000 Sydney and 2004 Athens Olympics and had a total of 412 international caps. He is the only adivasi to represent India in three Olympics.
On 2 May 2010, he announced his retirement from the international arena.[6]
He declined to become a national selector on 16 July 2010, three days after he was offered the post by the Indian Hockey Federation.[7]
Awards and honours[edit]
- Padma Shree, 2004[8]
- Arjun Award, 2002
- Ekalavya Award, 1996
- ONGC-Hockey Year Book Award, 1998
- Biju Patnaik Sportsperson of the Year Award, 2004
- Ricoh Hockey Star of the Year, 2009
- Showcase Odisha Awards, 2012
Honours[edit]
- Included in the Junior World XI in 1997
- Included in the Asian XI in 2002
- Selected for World All-Star team in 2006
- Selected for World All-Star team in 2007
- Received the 2nd Ricoh Hockey Star of the Year Award in Bhubaneswar on 6 July 2010
- Received the honorary Doctorate from Sambalpur University on 15 July 2010
- Received the Odisha Living Legend Award from Orissadiary.com on 11 Nov 2011
Achievements[edit]
- First-ever tribal to get Padma Shri Award
- India's highest capped (412 matches) hockey international and second highest in the world
- Only adivasi (tribal) to represent India in 3 Olympic Games
- 1995: 7th SAF Games at Madras (Champions)
- 1996: Olympic Games at Atlanta, USA (8th place)
- 1997: Under-21 Test Series against Germany (Winners)
- 1997: Under-21 Challengers Cup Tournament at Poznan, Poland (Winners)
- 1997: Junior World Cup at Milton Keynes, England (Runners-up)
- 1998: Asian Games at Bangkok (Gold medal)
- 1999: Asia Cup at Kuala Lumpur (Bronze medal)
- 2000: Olympic Games at Sydney (7th place)
- 2000: 10th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup Tournament at Kuala Lumpur (Bronze medal)
- 2002: Champions Trophy at Cologne, Germany (4th place), as Captain
- 2002: Asian Games at Busan, South Korea ( Silver medal ), as Captain
- 2003: Asia Cup at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Champions)
- 2003: Afro-Asian Games at Hyderabad (Gold medal), as Captain
- 2004: Olympic Games at Athens, Greece (7th place), as Captain[9]
- 2011: Odisha Living Legend Award[10]
References[edit]
- ↑ "Dilip Tirkey". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 3 January 2013. Retrieved 18 June 2012.
- ↑ "Dilip Tirkey becomes chairman of Hockey Odisha's adhoc committee". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ↑ "Skipper first, husband later - Dilip tirkey ties knot, but no honeymoon". www.telegraphindia.com. 6 February 2006. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ↑ MOHANTY, MEERA. "Politics is difficult than playing hockey: Dilip Tirkey". The Economic Times.
- ↑ "International Hockey Federation: Player Profile". Archived from the original on 23 September 2010.
- ↑ "Dilip Tirkey announces retirement from international hockey". Hindustan Times. 3 May 2010. Retrieved 16 October 2010.
- ↑ "Dilip Tirkey Career". Archived from the original on 15 February 2013.
- ↑ "Padma Awards" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2015. Archived from the original (PDF) on 15 November 2014. Retrieved 21 July 2015.
- ↑ http://www.orisports.com
- ↑ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 19 May 2012. Retrieved 21 May 2012.
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External links[edit]
- Dilip Tirkey at Olympedia
- The Giant In The Shadows Tehelka - 5 June 2010.
- Pages using national squad without team link and with an atypical sport
- 1977 births
- Living people
- Field hockey players at the 1996 Summer Olympics
- Field hockey players at the 2000 Summer Olympics
- Field hockey players at the 2004 Summer Olympics
- Field hockey players from Odisha
- Olympic field hockey players of India
- Indian male field hockey players
- Recipients of the Arjuna Award
- Indian Roman Catholics
- Recipients of the Padma Shri in sports
- Asian Games medalists in field hockey
- Biju Janata Dal politicians
- Recipients of the Ekalavya Award
- Rajya Sabha members from Odisha
- Candidates in the 2014 Indian general election
- Field hockey players at the 1998 Asian Games
- Field hockey players at the 2002 Asian Games
- Field hockey players at the 2006 Asian Games
- Adivasi politicians
- Indian sportsperson-politicians
- Asian Games gold medalists for India
- Asian Games silver medalists for India
- Medalists at the 1998 Asian Games
- Medalists at the 2002 Asian Games
- 1998 Men's Hockey World Cup players
- 2002 Men's Hockey World Cup players
- 2006 Men's Hockey World Cup players
- Male field hockey defenders
- HC Klein Zwitserland players
- Sambalpur University alumni