According to Ashok Kumar, former Indian Hockey player, "Hockey is a game of power, strength and speed and injuries take place in 99 % of the matches. Proper protective equipments along with amendment in sporting rules are needed."
"Some of the strokes like drag and flick could be fatal", he added.
Admitting Hockey is more dangerous than many of the other games, Zafar Iqbal, another legend and former India captain, said there is a need for the introduction of player friendly protection equipments.
He said in today's game reverse shot could be deadly and players are already prone to serious injuries.
Sandeep Singh, India's penalty corner specialist has a drag flick speed measured at 90mph.
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) say grille helmets could cause injury if players came into contact.
