Pakistan hockey captain Ammad Shakeel Butt slammed the national federation after players were stranded in Australia due to unpaid hotel bills. The team returned to Lahore early Wednesday, with Butt openly expressing frustration over what he called mismanagement by the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF). Players Left Stranded During Australia TourAccording to Butt, the ordeal began soon after the squad landed in Australia. Butt emphasised that Pakistan possesses talented players capable of stronger performances but stressed the need for structural reforms. 'I am speaking because of what we went through,' he said, underlining that professional management and proper support systems are essential if Pakistan hockey is to rebuild its international standing.

Source: dna February 19, 2026 02:59 UTC