India won its first Olympic gold medal in the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics in hockey by defeating the host nation, Holland, 3-0 in the final. Legendary player Dhyan Chand scored two goals, while goalkeeper Richard Allen maintained a clean sheet throughout the tournament. This victory marked not only India’s first Olympic gold but also Asia’s first gold medal in modern Olympic history. It was a monumental moment for Indian sports on the global stage.

India’s dominance in Olympic hockey continued with six consecutive gold medals from 1928 to 1956. The team further added gold medals in the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and the 1980 Moscow Olympics, taking the total tally to eight. This golden era established India as a global powerhouse in field hockey. The legacy of Dhyan Chand and his teammates remains an inspiration for generations of Indian athletes.