ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to host several international hockey events over the next six months, with several foreign teams expected to visit the country as officials seek to revive international hockey activities.
The planned visits include teams from Asia, Europe and North America.
Talking to media, Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) President Mohyuddin Ahmed Wani revealed the planned tours would provide the national team and local players with greater exposure to international competition, restoring regular international hockey activity in the country.
China and Canada to visit Pakistan
Mohyuddin added After Korea’s visit, the Chinese hockey team is scheduled to tour Pakistan in November 2026. He stated that Canada is also scheduled to visit following the Chinese team completes its tour. Three European teams have also expressed readiness to visit Pakistan for hockey games.
AHF seeks a neutral venue for trophy
Speaking about the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy, the president noted that the authority to shift the tournament to a neutral venue rests with the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF).
“the PHF had already requested the AHF to move the tournament from India to a neutral venue. However, the continental governing body has yet to provide Pakistan with a decision on the request,” eh said, adding that thay understand the rules and regulations that have to be followed in this matter, but they have made the position clear.
Mr Mohyuddin stressed that Pakistan’s national honour and dignity remained the federation’s top priority in dealing with international hockey matters.
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