Pakistan's hockey captain Ammad Shakeel Butt will miss the FIH Pro League matches in England due to visa issues. The Pakistan Hockey Federation official cited a previous overstay as the reason for denial, while head coach Manzur-ul-Hasan awaits clearance. The team faces potential relegation.
The Indian women's hockey team staged a comeback to beat the USA 3-2 in their opening FIH Nations Cup match in Auckland. Deepika scored twice and Navneet Kaur added the winner for India, securing crucial points for promotion to the FIH Pro League.
The Indian women's hockey team staged a comeback to defeat the USA 3-2 in their opening FIH Nations Cup match in Auckland. Deepika scored twice and Navneet Kaur added the winner for India, securing crucial points for promotion to the FIH Pro League.
India's men's hockey team lost their FIH Pro League opener 2-3 to the Netherlands in Rotterdam. Despite an improved showing and Manpreet Singh equalling a record, goals from Dilpreet Singh and Sukhjeet Singh weren't enough. Goalkeeper Suraj Karkera impressed, saving 10 penalty corners.
