New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has been given 48 hours to respond on whether are coming to India to compete in the upcoming Asia Cup which will be held in Rajgir, Bihar, starting from August 29. Upon failing to which, Bangladesh will be named as a replacement in the eight-team tournament, according to Hockey India (HI).

Despite the Indo-Pak political tensions post Operation Sindoor, the Government of India gave a green light for Pakistan to travel to Bihar for the Asia Cup 2025, keeping the Olympic charter in mind and also said it would provide visas to the Pakistan hockey contingent.

However, the PHF has reportedly refused to travel, citing security concerns. Although, Bangladesh have already been approached...