Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Pakistan Hockey Federation Considers Asia Cup Relocation Over Visa Issues
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) is worried about whether their team can get visas to play in the upcoming Asia Cup in India.
They will ask to move the tournament if they don't get a written promise that visas will be issued.
This is because of the current tense relationship between Pakistan and India.
The PHF is also concerned about the safety of its players while in India.
The winner of the Asia Cup gets to play in the next World Cup, which is important for Pakistan, as they are trying to improve their hockey standing.
PHF will seek relocation of the Asia Cup if visas for the Pakistan team are not guaranteed.
The tournament is scheduled for late August/early September in India.
The winner of the Asia Cup qualifies for the next Hockey World Cup.
PHF wants written assurance of visa issuance from the Asian Hockey Federation and organizers.
The PHF raised concerns about player security in India.
- Who
- Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF)
- What
- PHF will seek relocation of Asia Cup if visas are not guaranteed
- When
- Late August/Early September
- Where
- India (potential relocation)
- Why
- To ensure participation and safety for the Asia Cup
- Event
- Asia Cup
- Planned Location
- India
- Organizer Concern
- Visa Issuance and Player Safety
- PHF Stance
- Will seek relocation if visas aren't guaranteed
- Tournament Timeframe
- Late August/Early September
