What was Dhyan Chand original name?
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The hockey legend was originally named Dhyan Singh but he received the nickname ‘Chand’ (moon) as he used to practice all night in the moonlight after wrapping up his regimental duties. During his international career, between 1926
and 1948, Dhyan Chand scored more than 400 goals.