Summary The defeat brought an end to Pakistan’s winning run after the national side had secured three consecutive victories in the tournament
(Dunya News) — Pakistan suffered their first defeat in the Asian Games hockey event after Malaysia edged them 5-4 in a thrilling encounter in Aichi-Nagoya.
The defeat brought an end to Pakistan’s winning run after the national side had secured three consecutive victories in the tournament.
Both teams displayed attacking hockey throughout the match, maintaining sustained pressure on each other in an intense contest.
Malaysia eventually prevailed 5-4 to hand Pakistan their first setback of the competition.
Pakistan will now look to bounce back in their upcoming fixture as they continue their Asian Games campaign.
