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FIH Announces Schedule for Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2023; Pakistan Placed in Group D

The FIH has officially announced the schedule for this year’s Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup during a ceremony held in Putrajaya, Malaysia. Pakistan has been placed in Group D, along with the Netherlands, Belgium, and New Zealand.

FIH Announces Schedule for Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2023; Pakistan Placed in Group D
FIH Announces Schedule for Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2023; Pakistan Placed in Group D

Abdul Hanan Shahid, a player from the Pakistan hockey team, expressed his excitement about the tournament, stating that it provides a great opportunity for the team to showcase their potential and skills while representing their country. He also extended good luck to the other participating teams and looked forward to a competitive event.

In addition to Pakistan, the host country Malaysia has been placed in Group A alongside Argentina, Australia, and Chile. Group B consists of Germany, France, South Africa, and Egypt, while Group C includes India, Spain, Korea, and Canada. The groupings were determined based on the initial FIH Junior Hockey World Rankings.

The tournament will take place from December 5 to 16 at the National Hockey Stadium Bukit Jalil in Kuala Lumpur. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the quarter-finals.

During the ceremony, the official logo of the event was also unveiled. The logo incorporates the green color to symbolize love for the environment, along with elements representing Malaysia such as the Hibiscus (the national flower) and the Hornbill (a national symbol). The design also features prominent landmarks of Kuala Lumpur, including the Merdeka 118 skyscraper, the Petronas Twin Towers (KLCC), and the Kuala Lumpur Tower. The Putrajaya Bridge, which represents the grandeur of the administrative hub of Malaysia, is another significant component highlighted in the logo.

Pakistan’s schedule for the tournament is as follows:

  • December 6: Pakistan vs Netherlands
  • December 7: Pakistan vs New Zealand
  • December 9: Pakistan vs Belgium
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Azhar ul Haq Wahid

Mr. Azhar ul Haq Wahid - Editor Mr. Azhar ul Haq Wahid joins "To The Sports News" as an Editor, bringing a decade of comprehensive journalistic experience to our team. A respected Pakistani journalist, he has dedicated his career to covering a wide array of global issues across the world, demonstrating a deep understanding of complex subjects and a commitment to detailed reporting. Mr. Wahid has a background working with prominent print and electronic media organizations, including Channel Five TV, the newspaper "Khabrain," The Nation/Nawa-i-Waqt, NNI, Daily Sama, City 42, Star Asia, Waqt News, Daily The Business, and Daily The Khabrain. His work has covered areas such as Environment, Health, and Sports. He is also a member of the Lahore Press Club, the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), and the Society of Environmental Journalists (SEJ), highlighting his dedication to journalistic standards and diverse reporting. His academic background includes a BS Honors degree in Sociology and an MPhil from Punjab University, alongside a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Sargodha. Furthermore, Mr. Wahid is a Ph.D. candidate in Journalism at Complutense University of Madrid, and has contributed to research on topics including the relationship of sports participation with achievement, motivation, and innovation traits among university students, and the effects of parental involvement on student participation in sports. With his extensive experience in covering diverse topics and his keen analytical skills, Mr. Azhar ul Haq Wahid is poised to lead our sports news coverage with depth, accuracy, and insightful perspectives, ensuring our readers receive top-tier journalistic content.

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