In a rare feat, Indian hockey umpire Raghuprasad RV has officiated in his 100th international match in the ongoing FIH World League Semifinals tournament in Antwerp, Belgium.
Raghuprasad achieved the feat yesterday during the men's Pool A match between Australia and Pakistan.
Hockey India today congratulated Raghuprasad for his achievement.
"We are very pleased and proud of him. We would like to congratulate Raghuprasad on this huge milestone. We wish him all the best and hope to see him continue in this manner for years to come," HI secretary general Mohd Mushtaque Ahmad said.
Born in Bangalore, Raghuprasad started officiating in international matches in the year 2003.
Raghuprasad has also officiated in important hockey tournaments like the 2014 World Cup, men's Junior World Cup in 2013 and 2012 London Olympics to name a few.
