The Mystery of the Jersey
Discover the wild story of the jersey! From itchy 1600s wool to 2026 smart shirts with sensors. Why we wear them & how they changed sports forever.
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The Sports Connection: From Sailors to Superstars
Why did athletes start "stealing" clothes from sailors?
Because early sports were rough! In the 1800s, if you played football or rugby in a normal cotton shirt, it would tear to shreds in minutes. Athletes realised that "Jersey" fabric moved with their bodies instead of against them. By the 1890s, almost every team wanted a "jersey."
Was the first cricket jersey itchy?
Yes! For a long time, jerseys were made of 100% heavy wool. Imagine playing a 5-day Test match in the hot sun wearing a thick winter sweater—that was the reality for early cricketers until we invented the light, "breezy" fabrics we use today.
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Hema latha
Interested in innovation, technology, and business success stories. I enjoy analyzing trends that have a positive social and economic impact.
