Web Desk(October 4, 2017): The Pakistan hockey team is set to leave for Dhaka, Bangladesh on October 8 for participation in Asia Cup, scheduled to take place from October 11 to 22.
Secretary Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) Shahbaz Ahmad Senior told that an 18-member Pakistan team would take part in the mega event, while five officials would also accompany the team.
Shahbaz said he has high hopes from the team to reach finals of the Asia Cup. “Asia Cup would give players exposure and confidence for next year’s World Cup to be held in India,” he said.
Besides Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, China, South Korea, Japan, Oman and Malaysia are also participating in the Asia Cup.
However, “Next year the national team will also be sent on tours to Australia and Europe to prepare for the World Cup,” he said.
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