Tokyo 2020: There s no fear factor in this team, we can beat anyone, says women s team vice-captain Savita Punia Pratyush Raj
Savita Punia s towering presence in the goal has played a pivotal role in India s landmark victories in recent years. Savita was awarded the goalkeeper of the tournament when India won the 2017 Asia Cup in November. India defeated China 5-4 in a thrilling penalty shootout to win the tournament after 13 years.
At Tokyo, if the Indian team had any chance to finish at the podium, the 30-year-old will have to be at her very best.
Savita doesn t have fond memories of the Rio Olympics, where India has qualified after a gap of 36 years. India was eliminated at the Group Stage itself with four losses and a draw against Japan.