12th January, 2013
No rewards, incentives for hockey players despite fine show
Speaking on the condition of anonymity, some senior players of the Pakistan team told Dawn that, much in contrast, President of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari had wasted no time in directing the PCB to announce Rs500,000 for the players of Pakistan cricket team which recently defeated India 2-1 in the three-match One-day International series.
13th December, 2012
‘Nothing better when Pakistan and India perform’
Australia’s most inspirational hockey captain Jamie Dwyer has termed Pakistan and India’s resurgence as the single most important factor that could propel the game back into the global limelight.
9th December, 2012
‘It’s important because it’s a medal match, not because it’s against India’
Pakistan should enter the field aggressively and take advantage of India's defensive weaknesses.
6th December, 2012
Pakistan shock Germany to enter semi-finals
Pakistan clawed back from a goal down to beat Olympic gold-medallists Germany in the first quarterfinal of the FIH Champions Trophy 2012 in Melbourne early Thursday.
30th November, 2012
Pakistan seek to restore status with Champions Trophy
Pakistan have picked a younger team, aiming to win their first Champions Trophy since 1994.
28th November, 2012
Champions Trophy: Pakistan determined to do well, says Ahmed Alam
“The [Perth] tournament has provided a base for the team to adapt to the Australian conditions and gain momentum.”
26th November, 2012
More to learn from Australia than their style of play
Australia’s situation exemplifies that players keep their heads down and keep fighting for national pride despite the financial insecurities.
24th November, 2012
Pakistan lose again as Champions Trophy looms
India handed Pakistan its third loss on the trot in the International Super Series 9s.
13th July, 2012
Form book favours Australia
Having scooped up every major title worth possessing in the last couple of years, the Australian men's hockey team may well be kicking themselves if they return from the London Olympics with anything less than the gold.
8th May, 2012
Melbourne to host 2012 Champions Trophy
The December 1-9 event which features the top five teams from last year's Champions Trophy, the winner of the Champions Challenge and two invitees.