In the Asian Champions Trophy on Sunday, the hockey match between Pakistan and Malaysia ended in a 2-2 draw.
Pakistan couldn’t maintain their 2-0 lead at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia, China. Nadeem Ahmed and Sufyan Khan scored for Pakistan.
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Ammad Butt
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Country Pakistan
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The first quarter saw no goals. Sufyan put Pakistan ahead, followed by Nadeem’s goal extending the lead in the third quarter. Malaysia cut the deficit with a penalty corner and Aiman Rozemi scored to equalize just before the end.
Pakistan will be disappointed with the result after leading 2-0. Ammad Butt of Pakistan received the Player of the Match award, a memento, and a $200 cheque.
Upcoming matches for Pakistan in the Asian Champions Trophy:
- vs South Korea – September 9
- vs Japan – September 11
- vs China – September 12
- vs India – September 14
The tournament’s eighth edition began on Sunday in China, featuring a round-robin format. The top four teams will advance to the semifinals on September 16, with the third-place playoff and final on September 17.
