Pakistan men’s hockey head coach Tahir Zaman has refused to travel to Dhaka for a three-match series, claiming interference by the PHF in selection matters.

The squad left Sunday without the celebrated former Olympian, who did not approve of the last-minute selection of a player in the squad.

Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) secretary Rana Mujahid confirmed the development, saying the matter will be resolved as Tahir and the national federation had the best interest of the country’s hockey.

“Tahir had taken the stand that latecomers to the training camp in Islamabad should not be included in the national squad,” he said.

“Tahir objected to the inclusion of Rana Wahid and Hammad Anjum both of whom joined the camp late due to their contract with foreign leagues,” Mujahid said.

Rana said

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