The players of Pakistan’s national hockey team have finally received their daily allowances for 25 days of participation in the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy, following months of financial delays.
| Time Period | Daily Allowance (Per Player) |
|---|---|
| August-September 2024 | PKR 20,000 |
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) faced significant financial constraints earlier this year, leaving the players unpaid during August and September. However, with funds now secured, the PHF has settled the dues, expressing gratitude to the athletes for their patience and cooperation during the delay.
Additionally, the PHF confirmed that the junior hockey team players have also received their daily allowances.
A Look Back: Men’s Junior Hockey Asia Cup Final
In a closely contested final on December 4, Pakistan’s junior hockey team fell short against India, losing 5-3 in the Men’s Junior Hockey Asia Cup 2024 in Salalah, Oman.
Key Moments of the Match
| Time | Event | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Min | Hannan Shahid gives Pakistan an early lead | 1-0 |
| 4th Min | Araijeet Singh Hundal equalizes for India | 1-1 |
| 18th Min | Dilraj Singh scores for India | 2-1 |
| 19th Min | Hundal strikes again for India | 3-1 |
| 30th Min | Sufiyan Khan narrows the gap for Pakistan | 3-2 |
| 39th Min | Sufiyan Khan scores again, leveling the match | 3-3 |
| 51st Min | Hundal nets his hat-trick for India | 4-3 |
| 56th Min | Hundal seals the win for India | 5-3 |
While the PHF’s resolution of the delays for the daily allowances comes as a relief for Pakistan hockey players, the national teams—senior and junior—face a challenging journey ahead to reclaim regional supremacy in a sport that once brought Pakistan global glory.
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