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Pakistan Hockey Team Qualifies for 2026 FIH World Cup After Thrilling Win

• By ali
• Mar 10, 2026
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Pakistan’s national hockey team booked its place at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 after a dramatic 4–3 victory over Japan in the World Cup Qualifier semi‑final in Ismailia, Egypt. After trailing 3–1, the Pakistani side staged a stunning comeback with goals from Abu Muhammad, Sufyan Khan, and Afraz to clinch the win and end an eight‑year absence from the global stage. This victory has drawn praise from fans and sports analysts as a major boost for hockey in Pakistan. The government also announced a Rs 30 million reward for the players as recognition of their performance.

Meanwhile, Pakistan’s cricket circles continue to simmer with frustration after a disappointing T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, sparking criticism from former players about the state of national cricket following India’s dominant tournament win.

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