End of an era: Hockey legend Balbir Singh Sr dies

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Press Trust of India Chandigarh
Last Updated : May 25 2020 | 8:34 AM IST

One of India's greatest hockey players, Balbir Singh Sr, died at a hospital here on Monday after battling multiple health issues for over two weeks.

The legend was 96 and is survived by his daughter Sushbir and three sons Kanwalbir, Karanbir, and Gurbir.

"He died at around 6:30 this morning," Abhijit Singh, Director Fortis Hospital, Mohali, where he was admitted since May 8, told PTI.

His maternal grandson Kabir later sent out a message stating, "Nanaji passed away this morning."

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First Published: May 25 2020 | 8:34 AM IST

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