Indian Super League's new rule of mandatory six Indian players on the field at all times in a match has been lauded by foreign coaches who said this will help develop local players. Until last season, six foreigners can be on the field but that has been changed to five this season. This meant six Indians will have to be on the field at all times of a match. "Rubbing shoulders with top players has made a huge difference to Indian footballers. You see them play with marquee signings and come up against top class forwards and midfielders and it automatically builds their confidence and the game. The ISL has played a huge role in this development," said Jamshedpur FC coach Steve Coppell.

Husain of Jamshedpur (L), ATK's Jayesh Rane, NEUFC's Lalrempuia Fanai and Albino Gopmes pose with the trophy during the Indian Super League media day in Kolkata on Sunday. Pic/PTI