New Delhi, Oct. 14 -- IND vs PAK, Sultan of Johor Cup 2025: Ahead of their Sultan of Johor Cup clash in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, against India on Tuesday, the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has urged its youth national team players to focus on their game and avoid confrontations or emotional displays amid lingering sports-related tensions between the two neighbouring nations.

A senior official of PHF said the players have been told to be mentally prepared for a possible no-handshakes policy from the Indian team.

"The players have been told that if the Indian players don't shake hands before or after the match, just ignore the gesture and move on. They have also been told to avoid any emotional tussles or signs during the game," a senior...