Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey claims he was unaware of the saffron jersey decision. Secretary Bhola Nath Singh insists all officials knew about the uniform change. Former players criticized the move, questioning the team's established identity. Tirkey sought written clarification from officials regarding the approval process. The controversy arises before the upcoming World Cup tournament.

NEW DELHI: Former India hockey captain and Olympian Viren Rasquinha has criticised Hockey India’s decision to replace the team's traditional blue jersey with a saffron one ahead…

The federation had launched a new kit ahead of the men’s world cup, saying that the new colour scheme was ‘inspired by the national flag and the rising sun’.