Pakistan hockey team forgets gear, captain gets green card in World Cup

The Pakistan hockey team forgot their penalty corner protective gear in the dressing room during their 1-4 loss to England in the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup. Captain Abu Bakr received a green card and had to sit out for two minutes. Times Now reported that former captain Salman Akbar criticised the lapse on X, saying it raised serious questions about the team's preparation and professionalism.

England scored the opening goal in the 12th minute and never trailed. Pakistan, who missed a penalty corner chance in the fifth minute, finally scored in the 51st minute. India began their campaign with a 3-1 win over Wales. Pakistan play Wales on August 17 and then take on India on August 19.