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In a recent development, the India’s men’s hockey side would join the 2020 FIH Pro League after the the International Hockey Federation (FIH) stated it on Tuesday. This happened after Hockey India (HI) said yes to fill the vacant slot left vacant by Pakistan's withdrawal from the league.

Jagbir Singh, former India player, has stated that if Hockey India has appointed Graham Reid as the head coach of the Indian team only to ensure qualification in the Olympics, it is wrong. He feels that the coach should be given some time, and the goal should be to reach the top four in Olympics.

According to The Amar Ujala, the sports ministry has objected the salary to be paid to the new hockey coach Graham Reid which has resulted in his appointment being delayed. Reid was almost certain to be appointed this week as Hockey India was only awaiting a final nod from the ministry.

The Indian women’s hockey team started their Malaysia tour on a high as they got the better of the hosts by 3-0 goals in Kuala Lumpur. Vandana Katariya scored a brace for the hosts while Lalremsiami also managed to find the back of the net to give India a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.