Nobbs wants 50 probables, HI 60

BANGALORE: Hockey India has planned a three-day selection trials from Wednesday to prune its army of probables. The selectors are apparently aiming for 60 and chief coach Michael Nobbs looking at 50.

Former India captain and government observer Dilip Tirkey has already arrived at the Sports Authority of India, South Centre, while selectors Col Balbir Singh and BP Govinda are expected on Tuesday. Camp co-ordinator AB Subbaiah, the other member of the selection panel, and Nobbs too will be involved in whittling down the numbers.

Meanwhile, exercise physiologist David John arrived at the South Centre here on Monday . John, a crucial member of the support staff who Nobbs had specifically asked for, is expected to swing into action from Tuesday.