Ex-India Hockey Captain Slams Switch from Blue to Saffron Jersey for 2026 World Cup
Former India hockey captain Viren Rasquinha has publicly criticised Hockey India's decision to replace the team's traditional blue jersey with a saffron one ahead of the 2026 Hockey World Cup. Rasquinha called the change 'embarrassing' and questioned the reasoning behind dropping the iconic colour. Hockey India defended the move, stating that saffron represents 'courage, sacrifice and victory' and symbolises new beginnings for the team. Both the Indian men's and women's teams are set to compete in Group D at the upcoming World Cup.
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