Pakistan's junior hockey team will participate in the FIH Junior Men's Hockey World Cup 2025 in Tamil Nadu. This follows Pakistan's withdrawal from the Asia Cup due to security concerns. The World Cup will be held in Chennai and Madurai. India and Pakistan are in Pool B. New policies allow Indian participation in events with Pakistani athletes.
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