Watch: The Odia ‘Cheer-up Song’ For Men’s Hockey World Cup in Bhubaneshwar

Men's Hockey World Cup: With the Men's Hockey World Cup slated to begin later this month, Odisha is leaving no stone unturned in building up for the mega event.

Written by: India.com Sports Desk Edited by: Ankit Banerjee

Published: November 8, 2018, 1:50 PM IST

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Men’s Hockey World Cup: With the Men’s Hockey World Cup slated to begin later this month, Odisha is leaving no stone unturned in building up for the mega event. The latest ‘cheer up’ song was released this Wednesday which is in the local Odia language, to give the feel of the place. “Every Cup needs a song. Here is one for Odisha,” tweeted @sports_odisha, the official account of the Sports and Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha.

Every Cup needs a song. Here is one for Odisha!

Presenting the Odia cheer-up song of the Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup Bhubaneswar 2018 by @MikaSingh#AsaKaribaBobaal#Premiere#Odisha2018#HWC2018@TheHockeyIndia@FIH_Hockeypic.twitter.com/Td68ZuF1si

— Hockey World Cup 2018 – Host Partner (@sports_odisha) November 7, 2018

The song is based on Sambalpuri rhythm which features dancers from the famous dance forms of Odisha — Odissi and Sambalpuri. It is colourful and vibrant and has the right tempo and could become an instant hit among fans.

The song is titled “Asa Kariba Bobbal, Odisha Naa Heba Global,” and the song has been sung by Mika Singh.

Let the excitement grow! Just 20 days to go for Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup Bhubaneswar 2018. #Odisha2018 #HWC2018@Fih_hockey @TheHockeyIndia pic.twitter.com/R7X8r3uDij

— Hockey World Cup 2018 – Host Partner (@sports_odisha) November 8, 2018

The 16-team World Cup begins on November 28, with the final on December 16.

People of Khaprakhol block in Bolangir District welcomed #Olly with too much cheer during the promotion of the Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup Bhubaneswar 2018.#Odisha2018 #HWC2018 pic.twitter.com/nS1PBcpENO

— Hockey World Cup 2018 – Host Partner (@sports_odisha) November 8, 2018

Over the past few years, with major tournaments being held in the city of Bhubaneshwar, it has certainly become the citadel of Hockey. In fact, the state of Odisha is the official sponsor of the Indian Men’s and Women’s team.