(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Pakistan Announces Squad for Men’s U18 Asia Cup 2025 in China
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has officially unveiled the national squad for the upcoming Men’s U18 Asia Cup 2025, set to take place in Dazhou, China, from July 3 to July 13.
This highly anticipated tournament will feature rising stars from across Asia and marks a key step in Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to rebuild its hockey legacy from the grassroots level. The 18-member Pakistani squad includes promising young talents who have undergone intensive training in preparation for this international challenge.
The U18 Asia Cup will host teams from 11 nations, including China (hosts), Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong China, Malaysia, Japan, Chinese Taipei, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, and Kazakhstan.
📅 Pakistan’s Pool A Fixtures:
| Date | Opponent |
|---|---|
| 4 July | Hong Kong |
| 6 July | Sri Lanka |
| 8 July | Bangladesh |
| 9 July | China (hosts) |
Pakistan has been placed in Pool A, where it will compete against strong contenders including the host nation China. Depending on their performance, the team will advance to the semi-finals on July 11, or move into classification matches.
🏑 Pakistan U18 Squad for Asia Cup 2025:
The full lineup of players selected to represent Pakistan at this prestigious event includes:
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These athletes will wear the green jersey with pride as they take on some of Asia’s best young talent. The PHF sees this event as a critical platform to groom future national-level players and restore Pakistan’s position in world hockey.
Stay tuned for match updates, highlights, and exclusive coverage throughout the tournament.
