Pakistan, the three-time Asia Cup hockey champions, has decided not to participate in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 in Bihar, India, citing serious security concerns after months of heightened tensions. The Pakistan Hockey Federation officially informed the Indian Hockey Federation (IHF) and the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) about its decision, which also means missing out […]
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Akhtar Rasool backs neutral venue for hockey Asia Cup
LAHORE – Former Olympian and Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) president Akhtar Rasool has called on the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) to move Pakistan’s matches in the upcoming Asia Cup to a neutral venue, citing security concerns due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Akhtar said the recent Pahalgam incident has further strained ties, and […]
Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan urges relocation amid India-Pak tensions
Pakistan men’s hockey team captain Imad Shakeel Butt has urged the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) to relocate the upcoming 2025 Men’s Hockey Asia Cup from India. His statement comes amid increasing political and diplomatic tensions between Pakistan and India. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Butt emphasized that the Asia Cup is not just another tournament—it’s […]