What image does Dhanraj pallay spirit bring to one's mind
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Dhanraj Pillay (born 16 July 1968) is a retired Indian field hockey player and former captain of the Indian national team. He currently serves as the manager of the team. He is also a member of the ad hoc committee of Indian Hockey Federation, formed after the suspension of Kanwar Pal Singh Gill.[2] As a player, he is regarded one of India's best ever.[3]
Pillay born to a Tamil family made his debut in 1989 with the national team and in a career spanning over 15 years, appeared for India in four Olympic Games, World Cups and Champion Trophies each. He made 339 appearances for the national team and is recorded, unofficially, to have scored 170 goals.[4] He also played for clubs in countries such as Malaysia, France, England and Germany.[5] Recognizing his achievements, he was awarded the Padma Shri by the government of India in 2000.