Pakistan: FIH confirms Ireland’s entry into women’s Pro league after NZ pull-out
Undated picture of Ireland women’s hockey team. X/@irishhockey New Zealand’s women’s hockey team on Monday officially withdrawn from the upcoming season of the FIH Pro League, paving the way for Ireland to participate in the marquee event. The International Hockey Federation (FIH) confirmed the development, stating that New Zealand declined the invitation to compete in […]
Pakistan: Ammad welcomes Defence Minister’s commitment to revival of Pakistan Hockey
This collage of pictures show Pakistan Hockey team captain Ammad Butt (left) and Federal Minister of Defence Khawaja Asif. — X/File Pakistan men’s hockey team’s captain Ammad Shakeel Butt on Saturday, applauded Federal Minister of Defence, Khawaja Asif’s commitment to the revival of the sport in the country. According to the details, Asif met several […]
Pakistan: FIH reveals junior World Cup pool; Pakistan, India drawn in same group
Pakistani and Indian players in action during 2024 men’s Junior Hockey Asia Cup final on December 4, 2024. – Asian Hockey Federation LAUSANNE: The International Hockey Federation (FIH) on Saturday officially announced the pool draw for the upcoming FIH Men’s Junior Hockey World Cup, revealing that arch-rivals Pakistan and India have been placed in the […]
Pakistan: FIH says ‘no formal invitation’ yet to replace New Zealand amid PHF claims
New Zealand’s Nic Woods hits the ball during their FIH Nations Cup match against New Zealand at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 18, 2025. — FIH KARACHI: While Pakistani officials continue to claim that the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) is in contact with the International Hockey Federation (FIH) regarding participation in […]
Pakistan: PHF seeks PM’s help to secure funds for FIH Pro League participation
Pakistan hockey team poses with their silver medals after losing the FIH Nations Cup final against New Zealand in Malaysia on June 21, 2025. – Facebook/InternationalHockeyFederation LAHORE: Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) Secretary General Rana Mujahid on Thursday addressed a press conference shedding light on the challenges facing Pakistan hockey particularly the financial barriers to participating […]
Pakistan: Here’s why Pakistan earns Pro Hockey League spot despite Nations Cup defeat
Pakistan hockey team players pictured during Asian Champions Trophy. — Facebook/@asiahockey/File KARACHI: The Pakistan men’s hockey team on Wednesday received a significant boost with an invitation to compete in the upcoming edition of the prestigious FIH Pro League, sources confirmed on Wednesday. According to sources, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) extended the invitation after Nations […]
Pakistan: Pakistan Hockey captain Ammad Butt declines PSB’s luncheon invitation; here’s why
An undated picture of Pakistan Hockey team captain Ammad Butt. – Facebook/AmmadButt LAHORE: Pakistan hockey team captain Ammad Shakeel Butt has declined an invitation to a luncheon hosted by the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB), citing inadequate travel expenses. The PSB had provided Rs. 5,600 to Butt for his travel to Islamabad, but the captain opted […]
Pakistan: Doubts loom over Junior Hockey World Cup in India as draw postponed again
Undated picture of a Pakistan hockey player tussling for the ball against China. — Facebook/@asianhockeyfederation KARACHI: The announcement of the draw for this year’s Junior Hockey World Cup, scheduled to be held in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, has once again been postponed, raising doubts about the smooth staging of the mega event. This […]
Pakistan: New Zealand crush spirited Pakistan to win FIH Nations Cup
New Zealand’s Nic Woods hits the ball during their FIH Nations Cup match against New Zealand at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 18, 2025. — FIH KUALA LUMPUR: Scott Cosslett’s brace propelled New Zealand to win the FIH Nations Cup with a thumping 6-2 victory over Pakistan in the final, played […]
Pakistan: Pakistan captain Ammad Butt seeks prayers for success in FIH Nations Cup final
Pakistan captain Ammad Butt in action during their FIH Nations Cup match against New Zealand at the National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur on June 16, 2025. — FIH LAHORE: Pakistan men’s hockey team’s captain Ammad Butt appealed to the nation for prayers as they take on New Zealand in the FIH Nations Cup final, […]
