Pakistan to play in Asian Champions Trophy hockey in India: Punjab CM Mann
- On Monday, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann confirmed Pakistan will compete in the Men's Asian Champions Trophy, held in India from October 27 to November 5 across Jalandhar and Mohali stadiums.
- India's Sports Ministry policy bars bilateral engagements with Pakistan following military tensions, yet the Olympic Charter permits participation in multi-lateral tournaments. Mann stated individual series remain unlikely while multi-national events face no restriction.
- Hockey India secretary general Bhola Nath Singh described federation relations as "excellent," noting mutual respect between Indian and Pakistani players. Singh stated he meets the Pakistani team first when the Indian side defeats them.
- League stage matches will occur in Jalandhar, with semifinals and the final held in Mohali. Oman and Bangladesh are named as reserve teams should any of the six primary competitors withdraw.
- Tensions following last year's Operation Sindoor previously led Pakistan to withdraw from the Junior World Cup in Tamil Nadu. This tournament marks a significant return to Indian soil within multi-lateral engagements.
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India to Host Pakistan on November 1 in Men's Asian Champions Trophy 2026 | 🏆 LatestLY
India is set to host arch-rivals Pakistan in a thrilling Men's Asian Champions Trophy 2026 hockey match on November 1 in Jalandhar. The prestigious international tournament, featuring six top Asian nations including Japan, Malaysia, China, and South Korea, will run from October 27 to November 5 across Punjab. 🏆 India to Host Pakistan on November 1 in Men's Asian Champions Trophy 2026.
The Pakistani hockey team will travel to India for the Asian Champions Trophy. Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh described the relationship between the Indian and Pakistani hockey federations as good. He said that the two federations have strong ties and that despite their on-field competition, there is mutual respect among the players.
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