Lahore: Pakistan on Wednesday asked the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) to shift its Asian Champions Trophy matches to a neutral venue, citing a 'sensitive bilateral situation' with host India.
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) said it wanted a neutral venue to ensure the country's uninterrupted and full participation in the men's Asian Champions Trophy.
PHF president Mohyuddin Ahmed Wani said in a statement that he had requested to entirely shift the tournament or Pakistan's matches to a neutral venue.
"The decision has been taken in view of the current sensitive bilateral situation between Pakistan and India and the prevailing security conditions, with the aim of ensuring a safe, dignified and conducive environment for the national players and officials," Wani said in the statement.