In a landmark moment for Pakistan hockey, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) has officially announced the schedule for the 2025–26 FIH Pro League, confirming Pakistan’s long-awaited return to the sport’s top tier.
The men’s national team will compete across four countries, facing off against some of the world’s best in a season that runs from December 9, 2025, to June 28, 2026.
Pakistan’s inclusion comes after its runner-up finish at the FIH Nations Cup in Malaysia earlier this year. With New Zealand declining their invitation, Pakistan was next in line and accepted the offer, marking its debut in the prestigious Pro League.
The schedule includes two high-voltage clashes against arch-rivals India, set to take place in England in June, a highlight expected to draw massive global attention, provided they go ahead as planned.
Pakistan’s FIH Pro League Schedule:
| Date | Time (PKT) | Team 1 | Team 2 | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 10 Dec 2025 | 03:00 | Pakistan | Netherlands | Estadio Mundialista de Hockey, Rosario (Argentina) |
| Fri, 12 Dec 2025 | 03:00 | Pakistan | Argentina | Estadio Mundialista de Hockey, Rosario (Argentina) |
| Sat, 13 Dec 2025 | 03:00 | Pakistan | Netherlands | Estadio Mundialista de Hockey, Rosario (Argentina) |
| Mon, 15 Dec 2025 | 03:00 | Pakistan | Argentina | Estadio Mundialista de Hockey, Rosario (Argentina) |
| Tue, 10 Feb 2026 | 11:00 | Pakistan | Australia | Tasmania Hockey Centre, Hobart (Australia) |
| Wed, 11 Feb 2026 | 13:30 | Pakistan | Germany | Tasmania Hockey Centre, Hobart (Australia) |
| Fri, 13 Feb 2026 | 11:00 | Pakistan | Australia | Tasmania Hockey Centre, Hobart (Australia) |
| Sat, 14 Feb 2026 | 10:00 | Pakistan | Germany | Tasmania Hockey Centre, Hobart (Australia) |
| Sat, 13 Jun 2026 | 18:30 | Pakistan | Belgium | Wavre (Belgium) |
| Sun, 14 Jun 2026 | 18:30 | Pakistan | Spain | Wavre (Belgium) |
| Fri, 19 Jun 2026 | 00:00 | Pakistan | Belgium | Wavre (Belgium) |
| Sat, 20 Jun 2026 | 18:30 | Pakistan | Spain | Wavre (Belgium) |
| Tue, 23 Jun 2026 | 18:30 | Pakistan | India | Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, London (UK) |
| Wed, 24 Jun 2026 | 17:30 | Pakistan | England | Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, London (UK) |
| Fri, 26 Jun 2026 | 22:00 | Pakistan | India | Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, London (UK) |
| Sat, 27 Jun 2026 | 20:00 | Pakistan | England | Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre, London (UK) |
Pakistan’s re-entry into the FIH Pro League marks a revival of its hockey ambitions after years of absence from elite competition. With matches against top-ranked teams like Germany, the Netherlands, and Australia, the league offers a critical platform for Pakistan to rebuild its global standing and inspire a new generation of talent.
As the countdown begins, fans across the country will be watching closely, not just for results, but for signs that Pakistan hockey is ready to reclaim its place among the world’s best.
