Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced a 17-member squad for the upcoming Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Malaysia.

For Pakistan, Umar Bhutta will lead the squad in the tournament.

The Sultan Azlan Shah Cup is scheduled to be played between 16 to 25 of next month.

Pakistan will be joined by Malaysia, Japan, South Africa, South Korea and Egypt in the 10-day tournament.

This will be Pakistan’s first appearance in the prestigious tournament after a gap of three years.