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LAHORE: Pakistan will reignite one of sport’s most iconic rivalries when they face India on August 19 in the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 , following the official schedule announcement by the International Hockey Federation  on Wednesday. The tournament, set to run from August 15 to 30, will be co-hosted by Belgium  and Netherlands , featuring 16 of the world’s top teams in what promises to be a spectacle of elite international hockey. Placed in Pool D, Pakistan will fa

The stage is set for a high-voltage showdown as Pakistan national field hockey team  have been placed in a challenging Pool D alongside arch-rivals India national field hockey team  for the upcoming FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 . According to the official pool announcement, Pool D also features England national field hockey team  and Wales national field hockey team , making it one of the most competitive groups in the tournament. The Pakistan-India clash is expected to be the h

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif  has announced a cash reward of Rs1.5 million for each member of the Pakistan men’s national field hockey team  in recognition of their outstanding performance in the recent FIH Hockey World Cup  qualifiers. The announcement came after Pakistan’s hockey team delivered an impressive campaign in the qualifiers, securing a place in the upcoming World Cup and reviving hopes for the revival of the country’s national sport. During a ceremony, the Prime

Pakistan secured a long-awaited return to the FIH Hockey World Cup after eight years by defeating Japan’s national mens hockey team 4-3 in the semi-final of the qualifying tournament, marking a major milestone for the national side despite recent off-field turmoil. The Pakistan mens national field hockey team  produced a spirited performance to book their place in the global showpiece. Pakistan struck once in the opening quarter before adding three more goals in the fourth q

Pakistan hockey captain Ammad Butt  has credited his teammates for their impressive performance after the national side secured a place in the semi-final of the FIH Hockey Nations Cup , saying the team is determined to win the crucial knockout clash and move closer to World Cup qualification. 🏑🇵🇰 Speaking after the team’s qualification, Ammad Butt said the players deserved full credit for their efforts and commitment throughout the tournament. “Alhamdulillah, we have quali

Former Pakistan hockey player Adnan Zakir has strongly criticised the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) after young national player Hannan Shahid was reportedly sent back from Australia due to financial constraints and lack of proper medical support. In a post on social media platform X, Zakir expressed deep concern over what he described as the federation’s failure to provide basic medical facilities to its players. He claimed that the PHF does not even employ a full-time spo

Hobart | February 2026 — Pakistan produced a spirited and resilient performance despite suffering a 3–2 defeat against Australia in the FIH Men’s Hockey Pro League, pushing the world’s fifth-ranked side to the limit in a highly competitive encounter. After falling behind 2–0, Pakistan mounted an impressive comeback, displaying determination and attacking intent to level the match at 2–2 — a remarkable feat against a higher-ranked and home-favored Australian team. The comeback

Pakistan's exclusion from the 2025 Sultan Azlan Shah Cup stems from unpaid dues from the previous tournament, raising concerns about PHF's financial management.

Explore the challenges and expectations surrounding Pakistan Men's Hockey Asia Cup 2025 journey, amid visa issues and regional tensions.