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India's key defender Amit Rohidas is doubtful about playing in the men's hockey semi-final at the Paris Olympics on Tuesday. Because in the last 8 matches, he was shown a red card in the match played against Britain on Sunday. Rohidas was shown a red card because his hockey stick was hit by an opponent player by an unknown person.
What action is taken if a red card is received during a match?
In football, a red card means that the player is out of the next match. But in hockey, the umpire will give his report to the technical representative who will look at the footage and decide whether the foul was intentional or not. If the foul was intentional, Rohit Das will be out of the semi-finals.
I will support Amit: India head coach
An official said, the decision will depend on the severity of the incident. India's head coach Fulton said that he will fully support his player, but at this time he is not sure what caused this situation. He further said, I will have to investigate him and talk to him. But if it hits someone's head, anything can go wrong. However, I will support Amit. Fulton said, “You always have to see if there is a mistake here.” So we will investigate what happened before it happens.
Hockey India officials are upset with this red card being shown
Although Hockey India officials seem to be angry with the red card being shown, they have not officially lodged a protest. However, they have expressed their displeasure. Hockey India included several major issues in this. In which Hockey India cited inconsistent video umpire review regarding the red card shown to Rohidas on three important points. Also, questions were raised on the use of video tablet during the shootout. Hockey India said in this that this decision has lost confidence in the video review system.
Questions raised on the use of video boards during shootout
He further said that coaching the goalkeeper from behind the goal post during the shootout and the use of a video tablet by the goalkeeper during the shootout. These incidents have eroded the trust in the umpiring process among players, coaches and fans. Hockey India has sought a thorough review of the matter to maintain the integrity of the game and ensure fair play in future matches.