Indian hockey player Rani Rampal has become the first woman in the sport to have a famous name in Rae Bareli. MCF Rae Bareli renamed the hockey field 'Rani's Girls Hockey Turf'. Rani shared a picture on her social media, where she is seen interacting with the players and opening the stadium with other officials.

"Words seem too less to express my happiness and gratitude as I share that the MCF Raebareli has renamed the hockey stadium to "Rani's Girls Hockey Turf to honour my contribution to hockey," Rani wrote on her Twitter handle.

Expressing her gratitude, she said, "It's a proud and emotional moment for me as I become the first woman hockey player to have a stadium named after me. I dedicate it to the Indian hockey team.” girl and I hope she inspires the next generation of women hockey players!" Rani made a comeback to the Indian team during the tour of South Africa earlier this year, when he was included in the 22-man squad.

Rani returns to the team after playing the final against Belgium in the 2021-22 FIH Women's Hockey Pro League, where she earned her 250th cap for India.

The 28-year-old has been struggling with injury since the Tokyo Games and has been ruled out of the 2022 Commonwealth Games.