Pakistan Beat India 7-4 in World Polo Championship Qualifier, Secure Second Straight Win

ABUJA, Nigeria (Nazrana Times Sports Desk): Pakistan defeated India 7-4 on Friday in a Zone E qualifier for the 13th FIP World Polo Championship, securing their second consecutive victory and moving closer to qualification.

The match at Guards Polo Club in Abuja followed Pakistan’s opening 10-6 victory over Iran. The result puts Pakistan in a strong position to finish first in the four-team group, which includes India, Iran and hosts Nigeria.

Mekayial Sami and Hamza Mawaz Khan scored two goals each for Pakistan, while Temur Nadeem contributed one. India struggled to contain Pakistan’s attack and suffered another setback.

Final Qualifier Against Nigeria

The team finishing first in the Zone E qualifiers will claim the zone’s sole place at the 2027 World Polo Championship. The tournament will take place in Punta del Este, Uruguay, from February 4 to 14.

Pakistan will face hosts Nigeria in their final qualifying match on Sunday, November 15. The result will determine which team advances to the World Championship.