How Popular Field Hockey Around this World? | NISHANKAR TV

Field hockey is one of the oldest and most widely played sports globally, with a rich history and a strong presence in countries like India, Pakistan, the Netherlands, Australia, and Argentina. On **NISHANKAR TV**, we explore how field hockey's popularity varies across regions. The sport is deeply rooted in Europe, Asia, and Oceania, with massive fan bases in countries like India, where it is the national sport, and in the Netherlands, known for its dominance in both men's and women's hockey. We examine how field hockey has thrived in the Olympics and the FIH World Cup, attracting millions of viewers. However, its popularity is limited in regions like North America and Africa, where sports like soccer and basketball overshadow hockey. Despite this, field hockey is expanding, with more countries joining the FIH and participating in international tournaments. We also analyze the factors driving its growth, including government investments, youth development programs, and increased media coverage. Through an in-depth look at stats, tournament viewership, and participation rates, this episode provides a comprehensive overview of field hockey's global impact and future potential. Article 1 Link : https://www.thehockeypaper.co.uk/arti... Article 2 Link : https://ustha.com/where-is-field-hock... Article 3 Link : https://www.thehockeypaper.co.uk/arti.... ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Second Podcast Channel:    / @nishankarextra   📢 Follow Me on Social Media: Instagram:[https://www.instagram.com/nishankartv...] Private Group: [https://t.me/NishankarTV 🔔 Subscribe to NISHANKAR TV: [   / @nishankartv  ] ________________________________________________________________________________________________ ►CREDIT: *Photos & videos : pexels (https://www.pexels.com/) *Video Editing by : Kinemaster (https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...) *Background Music: Track 1:    • Kevin MacLeod: Funkorama   *Audio Editing: Audacity (https://www.audacityteam.org/download/) *Photos : Postermywall (https://www.postermywall.com/) ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Thanks for Watching