S. Kuhan Shanmuganathan | Malaysian Indian Heroes 208 MALAYSIAN INDIAN HEROES · SERIES 208 S. KUHAN SHANMUGANATHAN The drag-flick specialist who anchored Malaysia's defence — from Port Dickson's hockey grounds to the Olympic stage. By Dr. Amarjeet Singh @ AJ | 19 October 2026 341 International caps 2 Olympic appearances 1998 Commonwealth silver 2000 National captaincy began In international hockey, the finest defenders do far more than tackle and clear. They read attacking patterns, control the defensive channels, marshal the backline and launch possession out of pressure. When such a defender can also unleash a dangerous penalty-corner drag-flick, he becomes a match-winning asset at both ends of the pitch. S. Kuhan Shanmuganathan was one such player. A two-time Olympian, Malaysian captain and recognised penalty-corner specialist, he combined defensive responsibility with set-piece firepower during a demanding era for the national team. Illustrative hockey action: ...