Mohammed Riaz

Olympic athlete

1972 –

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Who is Mohammed Riaz?

Riaz Nabi Mohammed is a former captain of the Indian field hockey team. He represented India at the 1996 and 2000 Summer Olympics. He won the Arjuna award in 1998 for his outstanding achievements.He has won the title for "Best Sportsmen of the year" from Tamil Nadu's chief minister in 1999. His father was an international umpire Mohammed Nabi. He is currently the Coach for Indian Hockey team at London Olympics. He currently serves as the Chairman selection committee for Tamil Nadu Hockey Association. He is married to Mehnaz. They have two kids—Shameena Riaz and Mohammed Rayhan.

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Born
May 5, 1972
Chennai
Also known as
  • Riaz Nabi Mohammed
Religion
  • Islam
Nationality
  • India
Profession

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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