Pakistan, June 17 -- Pakistan will play against New Zealand in a crucial FIH Nations Cup match on Wednesday in Kuala Lumpur. The game is important for Pakistan's chances of reaching the semifinals. After a strong win against Japan, the team looks to carry that momentum forward. The match will test Pakistan's skills against New Zealand's strong and physical playing style.

Earlier, Pakistan started the tournament with a 3-3 draw against hosts Malaysia. They had a 3-0 lead but gave it away in the final quarter. Despite their strong attack, the draw exposed weaknesses in defence. However, the team showed promise and scoring ability with goals from Ahmed Nadeem, Abdul Rehman, and Rana Waheed Ashraf.

In their second match, Pakistan showed imp...