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Federation Messed Pakistan Hockey Captain's UK Visa Matter: Report

By IANS News June 21, 2026 • 19:36 PM View: 171

FIH Pro League: Pakistan hockey team captain Ammad Butt was not refused UK visa on an infringement of over staying in the country two years ago, but the Federation messed up the matter which required the player to appear in an interview, a report said.

The goofup means Butt will not be able to participate in the upcoming round of the FIH Pro League 2025/26 in London, reported Telecom Asia Sport

"The incompetence of Pakistan Hockey Federation has nearly deprived Butt to feature in the last leg of Pro League 2026," reported Telecom Asia Sport.

TAGS Ammad Butt FIH Pro League Telecom Asia Sport Pakistan Hockey Federation Pro League

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