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Time of India
7 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Hockey: Pakistan government unlikely to allow teams to travel to India for Asia Cup, Junior World Cup, says report
Pakistan govt unlikely to allow hockey teams to travel to India (Image via IANS) Pakistan 's participation in two upcoming international hockey tournaments in India looks increasingly unlikely due to heightened political tensions between the two countries following the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. As per news agency IANS' report, the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) had sought government clearance to send teams for the Senior Asia Cup in Rajgir, Bihar (August 27–September 7) and the FIH Junior World Cup in Chennai (November–December). However, a senior official told Telecom Asia Sport, 'There is no chance the Shahbaz Sharif-led government will permit the national hockey team in this geo-political situation. ' Tensions escalated after the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam led to missile and drone exchanges between India and Pakistan in early May. Though the conflict led to a ceasefire, safety concerns remain a key reason behind the likely denial of clearance. Sources said the PHF may appeal to the International Hockey Federation (FIH) and Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) to move the events to a neutral venue such as Malaysia or Oman. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Đây có thể là thời điểm tốt nhất để giao dịch vàng trong 5 năm qua IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo But the chances are slim. 'PHF will try to get the events out of India, but there are very slim chances of that coming about as Malaysia and Oman do not have the requisite money to bid for the events, which is close to 100K dollars,' PHF sources said, as quoted by IANS. Pakistan's Youth Affairs head Rana Mashood said, 'We wish that the Pakistan hockey team also defeat India in their den, but after the recent tension, it would not be conducive to send the team to India.' Poll Should Pakistan participate in the upcoming hockey tournaments in India despite the current political tensions? Yes, sports should prevail over politics No, safety concerns are more significant Olympian Hanif Khan added, 'After the recent war, Pakistan should not send its team to India because it will not be safe, and we cannot trust India.' Head coach Tahir Zaman said, 'Our players are training separately, and we are waiting for government permission. Our preparation will be complete, but it's a government decision which we will follow.' For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Asunta Lakra to be pitched for Padma Awards
Gumla: Simdega district administration has nominated Asunta Lakra, former captain of senior women's national hockey team and a local resident, for the 2026 Padma awards. Deputy commissioner Kanchan Singh on Saturday held a meeting to shortlist the nominations for the awards. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Asunta's name for her outstanding contribution in the field of sports. The nomination committee has decided on her (Asunta). We are sending the same to state committee after going through her achievements and related documents at the meeting," Singh said. Making her international debut at U 18 girls hockey cup in Hongkong in 2000, Asunta emerged as a dependable midfielder and went on to become the backbone of national women's team for almost 8 years. She has the credit of playing Junior Women's World Cup in 2005 and senior women's World Cup, Commonwealth Games and Senior Asia Cup twice. She also played Olympic qualifiers as well. She was part of the silver medal winning national team at 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games. Notably, the annual Hockey India's Upcoming Player of the Year has already been named after her.
