The Pakistan men’s hockey team will not be taking part in the Asia Cup to be held in Rajgir, Bihar, from August 29 to September 7, according to a Hockey India official.
Speaking to The Hindu on Wednesday (August 6, 2025), the Hockey India official said even though the Indian government was willing to provide visas for the Pakistan players, the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) refused it, citing security reasons.
“In fact, PHF has written a letter to the Asian Hockey Federation on Wednesday (August 6, 2025), saying that it won’t be able to compete in the Asia Cup due to security reasons. We have invited Bangladesh now,” according to the official.
Published – August 06, 2025 10:21 pm IST
