Hockey Nations Cup: Pakistan beat Japan by 3-2

Kuala Lumpur: Pakistan defeated Japan by 3-2 in their second match of the FIH Nations Cup at National Hockey Stadium in Kuala Lumpur today. 

The match was a close contest, with Pakistan's goals coming from Rana Waheed Ashraf, Ali Ghazanfar, and Sufyan Khan. Japan scored twice, but Pakistan's defense held firm in the closing minutes to secure the victory.

Earlier, Pakistan’s first match against Malaysia ended in a draw with three goals each yesterday. Pakistan will play its third match against New Zealand at the same venue on Wednesday.