ISLAMABAD: Pakistan defeated South Korea 3-1 in the second Test of the Pakistan-South Korea hockey series here on Saturday.
The match took place at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium here. After a closely contested first half, South Korea took the lead in the 30th minute when Son Dain scored a field goal to give the visitors a 1-0 advantage.
The host team responded strongly after the break. Abdul Rehman restored parity in the 33rd minute with a well-taken field goal before captain Abu Bakar Mahmood converted a penalty corner in the 52nd minute to put the hosts ahead 2-1.
The Pakistan skipper struck again in the final minute, converting another penalty corner to seal a convincing 3-1 victory for the national side. Abu Bakar Mahmood, who scored twice, was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance. Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi attended the match as the chief guest and witnessed the thrilling contest.
Speaking on the occasion, he welcomed the revival of international hockey activities in Pakistan and termed the successful hosting of the series a positive development for the country’s hockey.
At the post-match ceremony, Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) President Mohyuddin Ahmad Wani presented a commemorative shield to Governor Faisal Karim Kundi.
KP Governor welcomed the revival of international hockey in Pakistan, saying it would help promote the country’s national sport while enhancing Pakistan’s positive image globally.
