Pakistan defeated Bangladesh 6-3 in the Under-18 Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in Dazhou, China, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Tuesday.
Pakistan's attack was led by Abdullah Awan and Ali Hanzala, who scored two goals each, while Asam Haider and Atif Ali added one apiece to complete a dominant performance in the encounter.
Bangladesh put up a spirited fight, with Ismail Hussain netting two goals and Deen Islam contributing one, but it wasn't enough to stop Pakistan from claiming their third consecutive win of the tournament.
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) lauded the team’s success.
PHF President Mir Tariq Hussain Bugti and Secretary General Olympian Rana Mujahid Ali Khan both congratulated the young players.
In a joint message, they praised the team's performance and extended their best wishes for the crucial upcoming fixtures.
With this win, Pakistan strengthens its position in the group standings and remains unbeaten in the competition. The team is now set to face host nation China in its fourth and final pool match on July 9.
Pakistan’s dominant display in the tournament so far signals a promising future for the country's hockey revival at the grassroots level.