India run into Spain in Amsterdam tourney  x6
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August 13, 2005 
Press Trust of India
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India will get an opportunity to redeem their pride as they launch their campaign in the prestigious eight-nation Rabo Cup hockey tournament with a match against strong contenders Spain here tomorrow.
India's coach Rajinder Singh (Jr) would be looking to make a good impact in the match against the Champions Trophy holders, with the majority of his wards seasoned enough to face the rigours during the eight-day mega event.
However, it might not be that easy for the coach as he is faced with the dilemma regarding a specialist dragflicker. Didar Singh is being touted as the best in the business after Sandeep Singh, but the Namdhari may not find a berth in the starting eleven.
The deep defence has skipper Dilip Tirkey in the company of the erratic Kanwalpreet, whose two-year ban was reduced considerably by IHF, perhaps hastily, and Harpal Singh, with the backup of Devesh Chauhan in goal.
The four midfielders find a readymade slot with Arjun Halappa, Viren Rasquinha, Bimal Lakra and Ignace Tirkey capable of blunting quality opposition attacks, with the hard working Jaswinder also as a backup.
The attackline is spearheaded by 26 year old sharpshooter Gagan Ajit Singh with the support of three Indian Oil men, striker Deepak Thakur and wingers Prabhjot Singh and Rajpal Singh. However, they will need to find their rhythm and cohesion from day one to provide a vital winning start. PTI
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