Indian hockey captain Sardara Singh with his fiancee and English hockey player Ashpal Bhogal paying obeisance at Golden Temple on August 11, 2014 in. Seems like she was used to physical fights and arguments and not hesitant to call the cops on her lover that she wanted to marry. He has harassed me emotionally, physically and mentally," she said. Slough recently captured their 14th Super 6's Indoor title, winning 2-0 against Canterbury in the final. Why? The 29-year-old Indian captain, whose modest $58,000 buy by the Warriors caused many surprises, spoke about Warriors' glory and much more in an exclusive interview with Sportskeeda. Sardar Singh. The couple, who met during the 2012 London Olympics, got engaged in August last year. But yet you say a decent woman would leave. It is a family steeped in the A tweet from Bhogal's official handle (@AshpalBhogal) on December 27, 2015 read: "When your main man flies you all the way across the world just to make that Christmas wish come true #hesgotthatmagic". Anyone who has even a little doubt about it can get all these details through RTI," challenged Batra. But of course, no one is talking about that. Copyright 2023. Keep on with the good work. bet!". Meanwhile, Singh has denied the charges saying that he knew the woman but that it would be wrong to say that he assaulted her. Such an amazing day with @8_SardarSingh . He has through his relentless drive spearheaded the firm in an aggressive growth path resulting in a strong and loyal client base. Repeated attempts by dna to speak to Sardar Singh went unanswered. Sporting Equals ambassador Ashpal Bhogal is breaking down barriers a one of the few Asian females playing at a competitive level. The British citizen has now alleged that Singh had backed out of their relationship. She, a strong independent woman has a premarital affair with a sports star who she meets on Facebook. Well done, Ashpal. programs. Thats why you only 14 followers. I feel very proud that a young Sikh woman girl in Great Britain has done so well in the sport. The duo had met during the 2012 London Olympics, where India had finished last. Sardar added. It is a very serious allegation. I have full faith in Indian law and Indian judiciary. Or perhaps better than ashpal herself? They met in London during the Olympic Games and were to be married, according to a tweet she posted in August 2015. What kind of a family is it anyway which advises its daughter to have an affair, have an abortion, and then go after their future son-in-law with threats of blackmail or jail. Explore the city with a Selina experience. Bobby was an In the interview, Bhogal hadsaid that after their virtual friendship turned into love, it was their shared passion for hockey and their namdhari traditions that got them closer. Find Press Conference Of Ashpal Kaur Bhogal Girlfriend Of Indian Hockey Captain Sardar Singh stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. He told me to abort the child, which I did against my wishes and without getting support from anyone," The Indian Express quoted her as saying on Wednesday. [Courtesy: Carnegie Sport and Fabian Hamilton, MP's blog]. "We will be settling in India, but we still will be travelling, possibly to play in the league in Belgium or Holland," she said. Any relationship in which the woman has a higher BMI than her man is doomed, we tell you. Jeb Bush slams Trump for saying his dead father President George H.W. The third edition of Hockey India League (HIL) is about to commence on January 22, with the opening match being played between Kalinga Lancers and Ranchi Rays in Bhubaneshwar. Ashpal, 22, from Leeds, was the first British Asian woman to represent the England hockey team in 2010 as part of their junior women's team. We were good friends, she used to visit during the tournaments too," Sardar said. She confirmed the engagement in an earlier interview, where the 21-year-old gushed about her love story. He, however, accepted the fact that he knew the woman but said that there were just friends, he also refuted the allegations that he had forced the woman toabort a pregnancy. We have been in a four-year relationship which was known to all in India and abroad. Ashpal, who started playing senior Ladies hockey with Pudsey Leeds Miss Bhogalsaid the pair had been engaged for four year after meeting at the 2012 Olympics and told police she had an abortion after he 'threatened and blackmailed' her 'physically and emotionally'. Get in touch at info@sportingequals.org.uk. To get to this point we started the journey 10 years ago and through sheer hard work, dedication, focus and commitment we are here today. ", "Need some advice or direction today? Excited to finally have confirmed the date we will be officially tying the knot. Excited to finally have confirmed the date we will be officially tying the knot. She said that they were engaged and postponed their marriage in preference to their hockey careers. The strong-built. "We originally met over Facebook. The SIT, set up by Ludhiana Police Commissioner P.S. According to this report in The Indian Express, the British woman, who claimed to be Singh's fiance,filed a complaint at the Chanakyapuri police station with assistance from the DCW. We demand that an FIR be registered against Punjab Police under section 166A of IPC for failing to register an FIR," Maliwal said. England Under 16 squad to travel to Holland for the Four Nations But her allegations have been dismissed by the 29-year-old midfielder, who is quoted in the Times of India as saying: 'I know her but it's wrong to say that I assaulted her.'. game of hockey. So I hope you know that your attempt to belittle women and make it sound like its okay to abuse a women and shame her because she dated a guy, was engaged, got pregnant (which in case youre young and havent taken health class yet takes two people not just one woman), was threatened to get an abortion and then dumped, well then I pray for your future partner. Indian hockeycaptain Sardar Singh and Ashpal Kaur Bhogal, aBritish hockey player,who is reportedly his fiance, hadbeen in a relationship since 2012. Excited to finally have confirmed the date we will be officially tying the knot. The woman has alleged sexual harassment and filed a written complaint against national hockey captain Sardar Singh. "We originally met over Facebook. Ashpal Kaur Bhogal, who is also his daughter, since the age of six. She was some kind of a junior hockey player who became involved with the captain of Indias hockey team, Mr Sardar Singh. . She said the actual reason Sardar has been "rested" for the Champions Trophy from June 10-17 in London was the sexual assault case. England faced Germany, Spain and hosts Holland She isseen at with Singh at practice games and says she plans to travel with him for Commonwealth and Asian Games. Has he won a world cup for India??? She made it through several months of rigorous assessment to earn her place in the 18-strong party. Ashpal misused my social media accounts: Sardar Singh counters sexual harassment claims. This poor girl is going to be treated like she is worthless. She was some kind of a junior hockey player who became involved with the captain of India's hockey team, Mr Sardar Singh. I met him during the London Olympics and he finally proposed to me during the 2014 World Cup in Hague. Indian-origin British hockey player Bhogal has filed a written complaint with Ludhiana Police on February 2, 2016 that Sardar had abused her sexually. Ashpal, 15, is a Leeds based schoolgirl and currently a pupil at Boston Spa School Leeds. That even if she falls in love or what she thinks is love and then is betrayed by getting abused, threatened and belittled, she is wrong because she stays. Umranangal, would be headed by additional DCP S.S. Atwal and comprise two other members. Ashpal, born in England, was the first British Asian woman to represent England in hockey in 2010 as part of junior women's hockey team and plays club hockey in the Investec Women's Premier League for Beeston hockey club. The Indian national team captain, who also plays for the Jaypee Punjab Warriors side, vowed to concentrate on his sport. Why is she asking the man to contact my lawyers? Sardar Singh, is set to marry soon - his long-time girlfriend Ashpal Kaur Bhogal confirmed it by tweeting on Friday. Batra was unanimously elected to the FIH President's post in November this year, thus becoming the first Indian and Asian to head the world body since its inception. winning the national indoor title may only be a once in a lifetime experience and we brought home the trophy through hard work, grit, commitment and determination. (LogOut/ It's a great achievement for all the Sikh girls and women. I was going through surgery and Sardar actually gave me tickets to watch him play and from then on we just spoke more and became closer friends. We became much closer friends when Sardar came to visit during the Olympics Games. "My email accounts used to be with my friends but last time when I was playing in Spain, she took all the passwords from my friends," Sardar said during a press-conference. With this years launch of the national campaign 'This Girl Can', the success of Ashpal and the ladies hockey team come at a time where females in sport and physical activity are championed and celebrated. Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. Qualified as a solicitor in July 1996. She said that the claims about social media passwords are ridiculous. In a joint letter, the countries expressed concern particularly given the "strong links and affiliations between Russian athletes and the Russian military". Was it worth it? Today, Ashpal's father works as a hockey coach at the Carnegie Faculty of Sport and Education at Leeds Metropolitan University. A day after a British hockey player - Ashpal Kaur Bhogal - alleged sexual harassment charges against Sardar Singh, the Indian hockey captain has come out and said that the allegations against him were baseless. Then Indian captain was accused of sexual exploitation by a British citizen Ashpal Kaur Bhogal, and to keep him safe the ace midfielder was left out from the London-bound Champions Trophy squad. Whatever be the case, one thing is for sure. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. If you have any self respect then you should delete this blog immediately. links | They are pictured in August 2014, Singh (pictured) has already rubbished the allegations made against him - which include claims of sexual harassment - and denied that they were even engaged. Ashpal, a Sikh like Sardar, was also present in Belgium recently where India finished fourth in the FIH Hockey World League semi-finals. Obviously there is no crime involved. Mitte is not only a trendy and popular district, it is also the origin of Berlin and the home of a large part of the capital's . FIR has not been registered as investigation is going on, Ludhiana Police Commissioner P S Umranangal, said adding that a complaint is being verified and no FIR has been registered. We would like to use this video for our news and especially for our religous programme, 'Ekonkar'? You make Sikhs proud worldwide. . You are an absolute disgrace to society! Let this be a cautionary tale for women (but we know most of them will never learn). To help us distinguish between comments submitted by individuals and those automatically entered by software robots, please complete the following. Excited to finally have confirmed the date we will be officially tying the knot. 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"I know her, but it's wrong to say that I have assaulted her. Hockey player Ashpal Kaur Bhogal byte against India Hockey Captain Sardar Singh - YouTube http://www.ptcnews.in/http://www.facebook.com/ptcnewsindiaPTC News , Punjabi News,Punjab Latest. The player, who was born in England and became the first British Asian woman to represent England in 2010 as part of junior women's hockey team, plays in the Investec Women's Premier League for Beeston club, said a report. She repeatedly mentions marriage as being on the cards. Singh, who has been accused of raping his former girlfriend, a British hockey player, told the court through advocate Siddharth Aggarwal that the trial court did not give him a chance to be heard and no notice was issued before passing the order. Which is probably only because Sardar Singh, the Indian hockey captain, might also be well-connected. Leeds Met Carnegie hockey Coach, Regional Performance coach and Let the Guru guide you! It was during the 2012 London Olympics that she met Sardar and subsequently was seen accompanying Indian skipper on various tours. Boston Spa School Leeds. Hockey is a sport which is often overlooked within the Asian community, but Asphal defied the odds through sheer determination and hard work and is now arecognised athlete in a underrepresented sport. It was just after Indian team victory at the Asian Games that Bhogal was seen with Sardar and company at the Indira Gandhi International Airport on their arrival from Incheon. Unlimited access to Mid-Day Gold; Exclusive and in-depth stories; Premium stories from Sunday Mid-Day; Best Value Deal! Freshman midfielder Ashpal Kaur Bhogal was more . An international hockey player herself, she had undergone a knee surgery when Singh helped her recover. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group, Parents of missing Colorado teen, 14, who vanished from school football game with two 'sketchy older men' say friends 'know more than they've shared' amid fears she's been trafficked: JonBent Ramsey's brother tells cops to 'get off your a**! Ashpal said that she would do what it takes to get justice. Indian-origin British hockey player, Bhogal has filed a written complaint with Ludhiana police on February 2, 2016 that Sardar had abused her sexually. After this, Sardar abandoned me. Select from premium Press Conference Of Ashpal Kaur Bhogal Girlfriend Of Indian Hockey Captain Sardar Singh of the highest quality. Ashpal, aged only 22, now strives to swap her position as torch bearer to a team member during the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. Updated Date: Keep it up. during the five-day competition. Though, Batra denied all these charges and attributed it to team's rotation policy. The duo had met during the 2012 London Olympics, where India had finished last. Moreover, Sardar told me I would not get justice in India since I am a British citizen," Bhogal told Network 1 Video. Based on our research the birthday is on 15 July 1986. Partner site: Zee News 1998-2022 Diligent Media Corporation Limited, All Rights Reserved. Interestingly, Sardar's long-time girlfriend Ashpal has often been seen tagging @8_SardarSingh in her tweets but the India captain seems to have never objected. Ashpal Kaur Bhogal, Live-In Partner, Accuses Indian Hockey Captain Sardar Singh Of Attempt To Rape 03 Feb, 2016. . "I met her before the 2012 London Olympics on Facebook but we never met during the Olympics. "Ludhiana police has said in the legal report given to us that as the jurisdiction of the offence does not come under Ludhiana, they could not take any action," said Bhogal, adding that the police has instead asked her to go and register a complaint at either Panchkula or Sirsa police station under the Haryana police. You think you are better than women? But the 2012 Big East Freshman of the Year played less than a half in 2013 before suffering a season-ending ACL tear in the Scarlet Knights' opening loss Aug. 31 against Boston College. He then invited me to his native village where Sardar and his family formally initiated the engagement. A report in The Indian Express says the 21-year-old, in her written complaint to the police, claimed that she has been engaged to the Indian captain for the past four years and alleged that he mentally, physically and emotionally tortured her. She repeatedly mentions marriage as being on the cards. So this British citizen woman of Punjabi descent has complained to Punjab Police to book her ex on charges of sexual harassment and mentally, physically and emotionally torturing her. News. And the thought that you may have or already have a daughter makes me sick. Oh your also American Im guessing from your Donald trump tweets. The maternal family of the player lives near Bhaini Sahib and the woman has alleged that they met during visits to this religious sect guru. I wish more of our Sikh women represent and make the name of Kaur worthy in Sports and other competitive fields! Ashpal Kaur Bhogal has become the first Sikh-Briton female player to be selected in any of the England Woman's Hockey international programs. Sardar has denied these allegations. Coach Bobby Singh said "What she has done is inspirational and I cannot In a joint letter, the countries expressed concern particularly given the "strong links and affiliations between Russian athletes and the Russian military". 'Tomorrow I have a match again. HI has been trying to shield its captain ahead of the Rio Olympics. And let this also be a cautionary tale for normal Indian men. Twitter. contact us | Firstpost has obtained videofootage, shot in 2012,in which Bhogal describes their relationship as stable and enriching. (LogOut/ to 18 over the course of a three-month period. Coach Bobby Singh said "What she has done is inspirational and I cannot yet convey in words how proud our family is of Ashpal. Who Are The Sikhs? Sardar's father Gurnam Singh told reporters in Haryana's Sirsa district that his son knew the woman but denied both were engaged. Im not about bullying online because you wont care anyways. 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