Pakistan to Participate in FIH Junior World Cup After Confirmed Registration

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Pakistan has confirmed its participation in the 2023 FIH Junior World Cup, scheduled to be held in Chennai and Madurai between November and December, following a long-standing dispute over security concerns in the region. Indian Hockey Secretary General Bholanath Singh confirmed the news, stating that preparations for the tournament are nearly complete, with 23 out of 24 participating countries having already submitted their long lists of players. The decision comes after Pakistan's withdrawal from the Asia Cup in Bihar, citing security concerns following a military conflict between the two nations.

Key Takeaways:

  • Pakistan has confirmed its participation in the 2023 FIH Junior World Cup, scheduled to be held in Chennai and Madurai between November and December.
  • The Pakistani team informed Hockey India of their participation last night, with Secretary General Bholanath Singh stating that preparations for the tournament are nearly complete.
  • 23 out of 24 participating countries have already submitted their long lists of players, with Pakistan's list expected shortly.
  • The Indian government adopted a policy ruling out bilateral sporting engagements with Pakistan but allowing matches in multinational events after the Pahalgam terrorist attack.
  • The government has already approved visas for the Pakistan team and Hockey India will respect and follow the Olympic Charter.
  • International competitions like the FIH Pro League are unaffected by the no-bilateral policy, with India and Pakistan set to play each other if placed in the same pool.

Statistics:

  • 23 countries have already submitted their long lists of players for the 2023 FIH Junior World Cup.
  • The tournament is scheduled to be held in Chennai and Madurai between November and December.
  • 24 countries are participating in the 2023 FIH Junior World Cup.
  • Pakistan's long list of players for the tournament is expected to be submitted shortly.
  • The Indian government has approved visas for the Pakistan team.

Sources:

  • Orissa TV: "Pakistan to participate in FIH Junior World Cup after confirmed registration"