News for 18 October 2026
All the news for Sunday 18 October 2026
Sultan Of Johor Cup 2026
Johor, Malaysia
All times GMT+8
17 Oct 2026 17:05 PAK v CHN 8 - 3
17 Oct 2026 19:35 JPN v CAN. 8 - 1
18 Oct 2026 17:05 PAK v CAN
18 Oct 2026 19:35 MAS v CHN
19 Oct 2026 is a rest day
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Pakistan and Japan send early warnings to Malaysia
By Aftar Singh
Pakistan team (in green) in action against China in the Under-21 Sultan of Johor Cup at Taman Daya Hockey Stadium in Johor. - PIC CREDIT: Johor Hockey Association
KUALA LUMPUR: Pakistan and Japan sent an early warning to Malaysia that they mean business in the Under-21 Sultan of Johor Cup by recording impressive wins at the Taman Daya Hockey Stadium in Johor on Saturday.
Pakistan make winning start in Sultan of Johor Cup Hockey
LAHORE: Pakistan Under-21 hockey team launched their Under-21 Sultan of Johor Cup 2026 campaign in spectacular fashion, staging a remarkable comeback to defeat China 8-3 in their opening match at the Taman Daya Hockey Stadium late Friday evening.
Grand welcome awaits hockey stars as Jalandhar readies for Asian Champions Trophy
Indian men’s team to arrive in Jalandhar on October 18
Aakanksha N Bhardwaj
Jalandhar is gearing up to host the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament from October 27 to November 2.
No fairytale ending in hockey: Are Indian players forced into retirement?
The latest episode surrounding four Indian hockey players being forced into retirement has raised a big question. Does Hockey India force retirement on their players, rather than allowing them to call time on their own?
Alan Jose John
Mandeep, Nilakanta, Jarmanpreet and Rohidas are reportedly set to retire from international hockey (Courtesy: India Today)
In an athlete's career, two moments can define everything: the debut that announces their arrival on the big stage and the farewell that brings the curtain down. The first is about promise. The second is about legacy.
Pakistan accept invitation to compete in Azlan Shah Hockey
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan have accepted an invitation to participate in the prestigious Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in November 2026, as the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) steps up efforts to revive the country’s fortunes and restore its place among the world’s leading hockey nations.
Pakistan to host Canadian hockey team in February 2027
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has confirmed its readiness to host the Canadian national hockey team in Islamabad for a bilateral series scheduled from February 8 to 21, 2027, in another significant move towards restoring international hockey in the country.
What you need to know about Match Round 4 (men)
Ramon Min|
Kampong can equal a club record against Tilburg, whilst Rotterdam are hoping to finally get off the mark against SCHC. Here are the stats for Match Round 4 in the Staatsloterij Hoofdklasse Men.
Day 7 Results | 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2026: Division ‘A’
Jhansi: Four Division ‘A’ matches were played on Day 7 of the 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2026 in Jhansi. Uttar Pradesh hit back from two goals down against Karnataka, and Haryana, Madhya Pradesh and Punjab each won.
Inseparable Round 5 demonstrates fineness of margins in the EY Hockey League
Round 5 of the Irish EY Hockey League demonstrated just how fine the margins are as 12 sides shared the points, while 4 others grabbed dramatic late wins.
Favourites are Still in Control in the Scottish Premierships
There is not much change at the top of the Premierships. In the Open/Men’s, Western Wildcats have opened up a little bit of a gap, while in the Women’s, Watsonians and Clydesdale Western have opened up a bit more of a gap at the top.
NCAA Division 1 results - 17 October 2026
NCAA Division 1 fixtures - 18 October 2026
No. 5 Field Hockey Races Past Brown for Ninth Straight Win
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Three different Crimson found the back of the cage in the second half at Goldberger Family Field, as No. 5 Harvard field hockey extends its winning streak to nine with a 3-1 win at Brown.
Hockey goalkeeping camp launched
Fifteen goalies begin specialised training under Bob Veldhof
Photo: PHF
Pakistan on Friday launched a seven-day hockey goalkeeping training camp for 15 junior and senior goalies in Islamabad.
Tring hockey stalwart, 90, celebrates 77 years at club
Gilbert Grace, of Tring HC and England LX, in blue PICS: Supplied
Gilbert Grace’s first appearance for Tring Hockey Club came on a frozen reservoir during the harsh winter of 1948-49. Nearly 78 years later, and celebrating his 90th birthday this month, he is still turning out for the club.