Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Cash-Strapped Pakistan Hockey Team to Play in FIH Nations Cup
Pakistan, facing financial difficulties, is sending its hockey team to the FIH Nations Cup in Malaysia.
The team's participation is possible due to funding from the government, sponsorships, and individual donations.
The federation is focused on supporting the players with training and preparation.
The coach selected the 20-member team, including key players like Shakeel Imad Butt (captain).
The team aims for promotion to the FIH Pro League and qualification for the World Cup.
Pakistan's hockey team will participate in the FIH Nations Cup in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) managed to fund the team despite financial challenges.
The PHF secured funding through government grants, sponsorships, and donations.
The team is captained by Shakeel Imad Butt and coached by Tahir Zaman.
A win in the Nations Cup could lead to promotion to the FIH Pro League.
- Who
- Pakistan's national hockey team
- What
- Participating in the FIH Nations Cup.
- When
- June 15-21
- Where
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Why
- To compete, improve ranking, and potentially qualify for the FIH Pro League and the World Cup.
- Event
- FIH Nations Cup
- Location
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Dates
- June 15-21
- Pakistan's Ranking
- 15th (FIH)
- Team Captain
- Shakeel Imad Butt