Hangzhou: (RightNow) In the Asian Games hockey event, Pakistan defeated China 3-0, securing their third victory. Captain Abu Bakar Sufyan Khan and Hanan Shahid scored the goals, all in the second quarter.

With this win, Pakistan has secured the second position in the group with 9 points, tied with Malaysia, who leads based on goal average. Pakistan previously defeated Thailand 9-0 and Uzbekistan 5-1.

Tournament organizers suspended Pakistan’s forward Rana Waheed Ashraf for the match against China, yet Pakistan achieved victory. His suspension was expected to impact Pakistan’s forward line.

It is noteworthy that Rana Waheed Ashraf was suspended for one match after injuring an opponent with a hockey stick in the Uzbekistan match. He holds a key position in Pakistan’s forward line.