Pakistan: PHF denies reports of Pakistan pulling out of Asia Cup, awaits government decision

Pakistan players celebrate scoring a goal during their FIH Nations Cup Pool B match against New Zealand at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 18, 2025. — FIH LAHORE: Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) President Tariq Bugti on Thursday firmly rejected reports circulating in Indian media suggesting that Pakistan will not participate in […]
Pakistan: Hockey India official claims Pakistan’s withdrawal from Asia Cup

Pakistan hockey team players pictured during Asian Champions Trophy. — Facebook/@asiahockey/File The Pakistan hockey team has officially withdrawn from the upcoming Men’s Asia Cup 2025, scheduled to be held in Rajgir, India, from August 27 to September 7, according to a Hockey India official. Speaking to an Indian newspaper, the official confirmed the development and […]
Pakistan: Bangladesh Hockey refutes Indian media claims of Asia Cup invitation: sources

A Bangladesh and an Indian hockey player tussle for the ball during the Asian Games 2023 at Gongshu Canal Sports Park Stadium in Hangzhou on October 2, 2023. — Hangzhou2022 LAHORE: The Bangladesh Hockey Federation has categorically denied Indian media reports claiming it was invited to participate in the upcoming Asia Cup in place of […]
Pakistan: PHF proposes plan to PSB, government for Pro League participation

Pakistan players celebrate scoring a goal during their FIH Nations Cup Pool B match against New Zealand at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 18, 2025. — FIH KARACHI: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) on Wednesday made a major decision regarding participation in the Pro Hockey League, offering the government and the […]
Pakistan: Pakistan hockey players frustrated over unpaid international allowances

Pakistan hockey team players pictured during Asian Champions Trophy. — Facebook/@asiahockey/File LAHORE: The Pakistan national hockey team players on Tuesday voiced their frustration over receiving only domestic daily allowances, saying they are still waiting for international allowances that are essential for managing household expenses. According to sources, the players have not yet received their international […]
Pakistan: ‘National players have started receiving unpaid dues,’ claims PHF president Bugti

Pakistan players celebrate scoring a goal during their FIH Nations Cup Pool B match against New Zealand at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 18, 2025. — FIH LAHORE: Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) president Tariq Bugti on Monday, claimed that the national players have started receiving their unpaid dues in phases. Bugti, […]
Pakistan: PHF seeks extension from FIH to confirm Pro League participation

Pakistan players sing national anthem ahead of their FIH Nations Cup Pool B match against New Zealand at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 18, 2025. — FIH LAHORE: Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) president Tariq Bugti on Monday revealed that the federation has requested an extension in the deadline set by the […]
Pakistan: Will Pakistan hockey team participate in Pro League?

Pakistan players celebrate scoring a goal during their FIH Nations Cup Pool B match against New Zealand at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 18, 2025. — FIH LAHORE: The Pakistan hockey team is likely to participate in the upcoming FIH Pro League, sources revealed on Sunday. According to sources, the Pakistan […]
Pakistan: ‘No growth without tough opponents,’ head coach calls for Pro League participation

Pakistan team (left) celebrates after scoring a goal during the Asian Champions Trophy match against China on September 12, 2024. Meanwhile, Pakistan hockey team head coach Tahir Zaman speaks to the media in Lahore on July 29, 2025. — Asian Hockey Federation/Reporter LAHORE: Pakistan hockey team head coach Tahir Zaman on Wednesday emphasised the importance […]
Pakistan: PSB to decide Pakistan’s participation in FIH Pro League

Pakistan players celebrate scoring a goal during their FIH Nations Cup Pool B match against New Zealand at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 18, 2025. — FIH KARACHI: The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) on Wednesday, announced that its president, Advisor to the Prime Minister on Inter-Provincial Coordination Rana Sanaullah Khan, will […]