Battle for Hockey Elite: Which of Eight Teams Will Secure Pro League Spot?
This weekend marks the start of the prestigious FIH Hockey Men's Nations Cup 2025 in Kuala Lumpur. Eight elite national teams will wage a ruthless battle for the single promotion spot to the exclusive FIH Hockey Pro League - the club of the world's best hockey nations. The Nations Cup represents the gateway to world hockey elite. For all participants, this is the tournament of a lifetime - the winner gains a coveted place in Pro League 2025-26, while others will have to settle for watching the prestigious competition from the sidelines. Tournament Format and Path to Promotion Eight teams are divided into two four-team groups. Group A features France, Korea, South Africa, and Wales, while Group B offers clashes between Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Pakistan. The group stage runs on June 15, 16, and 18, followed by classification matches and medal games on June 20 and 21. Every match will carry enormous weight - only the overall tournament winner gains the crucial prom...