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Oman Takes Pakistan's Spot at 2025 Junior Hockey World Cup

10/30/2025

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The International Hockey Federation (FIH) confirms Oman will replace Pakistan at the 2025 FIH Junior Men's Hockey World Cup in India, November 28–December 10, 2025.
Pakistan had qualified through the 2024 Junior Asia Cup but will not participate due to security concerns.
The tournament will feature 24 teams for the first time, up from 16.
The decision follows heightened India–Pakistan tensions affecting sporting relations.

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The International Hockey Federation (FIH) confirms Oman will replace Pakistan at the 2025 FIH Junior Men's Hockey World Cup in India, November 28–December 10, 2025.
Pakistan had qualified through the 2024 Junior Asia Cup but will not participate due to security concerns.
The tournament will feature 24 teams for the first time, up from 16.
The decision follows heightened India–Pakistan tensions affecting sporting relations.