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New Delhi: The Indian men's hockey team was on Friday dealt a big blow as captain Rupinder Pal Singh was ruled of the upcoming men's Asia Cup hockey tournament due to a wrist injury. Ace drag-flicker Rupinder, who came out of retirement, injured his wrist during a training session, according to Hockey India.
Birendra Lakra, who was named Rupinder's deputy, will lead the Indian side while striker SV Sunil will now be the vice-captain of the 20-member squad.
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