Decision on Pakistan’s participation in Hockey Asia Cup expected next week

Islamabad:The decision of the NOC for the participation of the Pakistani hockey team in the Asia Cup is expected next week.

The Pakistan Hockey Federation has made it clear to the Asian Hockey Federation that they are awaiting instructions from the Pakistani government to go and play in India.
Indian media reported that the Indian government has given clearance regarding the Asia Hockey Cup, stating that they have no objection to the Pakistan team coming to India to play. The Asia Hockey Cup, organized by the Asian Hockey Federation, is to be played in Rajgir from August 27, in which Pakistan is also to participate.
According to sources, the PHF is contacting the Pakistan Sports Board and relevant ministries for the NOC. Significant progress in this regard is possible on Tuesday or Wednesday. PHF officials are confident that the issue of the national hockey team going to India to participate in the Asia Cup will be considered in the meeting to be held next week.