Pakistan will take on India in the FIH Pro League in London, but the absence of key players Sufyan Khan and Hannan Shahid has raised concerns over the team’s attacking strength and penalty corner efficiency.
Pakistan heads into its highly anticipated FIH Pro League clash against India with significant concerns after losing two of its most influential players to fitness issues. The match is scheduled to take place in London at 6:30 PM Pakistan time.
Penalty corner specialist Sufyan Khan and leading striker Hannan Shahid have both been ruled out of the current squad, leaving noticeable gaps in Pakistan’s attack. Their absence comes at a critical time as the team prepares for one of hockey’s fiercest rivalries.
The duo played a decisive role the last time Pakistan faced India in the Sultan of Johor Cup on October 14, 2025. That encounter ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, with Hannan Shahid scoring once and Sufyan Khan converting twice.
Pakistan’s recent Pro League performances in Belgium against strong opponents such as Belgium and Spain exposed attacking shortcomings. The team struggled to create opportunities inside the circle and earned fewer penalty corners, highlighting the impact of missing key attacking options.
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