Uncertainty Over Amit Rohidas and Great Britain's Ipad Controversy in Olympic Semifinal

India's men's hockey team faces uncertainty as key defender Amit Rohidas' availability for the Paris Olympics semifinal is questioned following a red card for an unintentional foul. Meanwhile, controversy surrounds Great Britain's goalkeeper using an Ipad during the penalty shoot-out, leading to dissatisfaction with the officiating process.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 04-08-2024 20:52 IST | Created: 04-08-2024 20:52 IST
Uncertainty Over Amit Rohidas and Great Britain's Ipad Controversy in Olympic Semifinal
Amit Rohidas

Uncertainty surrounds the availability of India's key defender and first rusher, Amit Rohidas, for the crucial men's hockey semifinal at the Paris Olympics, following a rare red card during the quarterfinal match against Great Britain.

Rohidas was ejected from the pitch 40 minutes before the final whistle after an accidental incident involving his stick and a rival player, raising questions about his participation in the next match.

In a parallel controversy, Great Britain's goalkeeper Ollie Payne had his Ipad confiscated during the tense penalty shoot-out. The gadget, allegedly used for consulting notes, was removed from the pitch, leaving Hockey India officials disgruntled but stopping short of filing an official protest.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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