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FIH clarifies India men wore white jerseys due to washing, visibility
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has clarified that India's men's team wore white jerseys against the Netherlands in the ongoing World Cup due to factors including washing time and visibility. The Indian…
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has clarified that India's men's team wore white jerseys against the Netherlands in the ongoing World Cup due to factors including washing time and visibility. The Indian women's team, however, played the hosts in saffron jerseys on Friday, prompting questions about inconsistent uniform choices.
An FIH statement said technical officials allocate uniforms based on "good visibility and contrast" and "allowing teams enough time for washing", as well as individual preferences. The tournament handbook gives the Technical Delegate absolute discretion over team clothing. Hockey India has been approached for comment on whether it made different requests for the two teams.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The washing clause suggests a logistical constraint: teams playing on consecutive days may need a spare kit if their primary colour clashes with the host's. India's men had a longer gap since their last pool match, but the women's team had less turnaround time yet wore saffron. This inconsistency points to either a different technical decision or a team preference. The real test is whether the FIH's discretion rule leads to fairer or more confusing outcomes. The next match involving India will show if a consistent policy emerges or if ad-hoc decisions remain the norm.
Source: newindianexpress.com
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