In a thrilling contest at the Sultan of Johor Hockey Cup, Great Britain edged past Pakistan 3–2 to clinch the bronze medal, leaving the Green Shirts to finish in fourth place among six teams.
Britain took an early lead, scoring two quick goals in the first quarter, putting Pakistan on the back foot. But Pakistan showed resilience and determination, with captain Hanan Shahid pulling one back in the second quarter, and Sufyan Khan leveling the match 2–2 in the final quarter.
Just when it looked like the game might go into extra time, Henry Markham scored a stunning goal for Britain four minutes before the final whistle, securing victory for his side.
Pakistan fought valiantly but couldn’t overturn the deficit, ending the tournament with one win — against hosts Malaysia — and several close encounters.
The tournament featured six teams, and while Pakistan missed out on a podium finish, analysts say the team’s young squad displayed promising signs of revival in a sport that once brought Olympic and World Cup glory to the nation.
“The boys showed heart and skill, but consistency and fitness remain key to competing at the top level,” remarked one former national coach.
As the Sultan of Johor Cup concluded, Pakistan’s performance — though short of medals — gave fans a glimpse of hope that the country’s hockey legacy could yet be revived.
