Wrong to say that I assaulted her: Sardar Singh on sexual harrassment charge

Indian national hockey team captain Sardar Singh has denied assaulting his former girlfriend, after the latter filed a written complaint with Ludhiana police alleging mental, physical and emotional torture.

"I know her but it's wrong to say that I assaulted her," Sardar was quoted as saying by PTI. "Nothing like that happened between us," he added.

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Sardar, who is currently captaining the Punjab Warriors team in the Hockey India League, said that his full concentration was on the tournament.

"Presently my full concentration in on the ongoing HIL. After last night's match, I came to know about the allegations. Tomorrow I have a match again. It is a very serious allegation. I will look at the report and consult my lawyer. I will answer all questions but I need some time," he said.