Indian Hockey Teams Return to Traditional Blue Jerseys for Asian Games 2026
Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey confirms both men's and women's teams will sport classic sky blue jerseys following backlash over saffron kits at the World Cup.
New Delhi: Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey confirmed that the Indian national hockey teams will wear their traditional blue jerseys at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
"We are returning to iconic blue. Saffron will strictly serve as an alternate away option when kit collisions occur," Tirkey clarified. The decision puts an end to fierce debates sparked during the FIH World Cup regarding jersey identity.
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Excellent reporting on this issue. It's crucial that we stay informed about these developments.
I wonder how this will affect the local communities in the long run. Would love to see a follow-up article.