Pakistan’s legendary penalty corner specialist, Sohail Abbas, has officially signed a one-year contract with the Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC) to help develop and improve the drag-flicking skills of their players. Sohail, known for being Pakistan’s all-time highest goal-scorer in international hockey, with an impressive record of 348 goals in 311 matches, is highly respected for his expertise in penalty corners.
Despite receiving coaching offers from the Pakistan Hockey Federation in the past, Sohail had previously declined these opportunities. However, he has now chosen to lend his skills to the Malaysian hockey team, where he will work closely with the team’s head coach, Surjit Singh. The focus of their collaboration will be on enhancing the team’s ability to convert penalty corners more effectively during matches, which could significantly improve their overall performance.
Sohail Abbas has remained somewhat distanced from the national hockey community in Pakistan over the years, but his decision to accept this role marks an important step in his coaching career. His vast experience and specialized knowledge in drag-flicking are expected to be a valuable asset to the Malaysian team as they strive to improve their results on the international stage.
The Malaysian Hockey Confederation is confident that Sohail’s involvement will bring a new level of skill and precision to their squad, and his influence could play a key role in elevating the team’s performance in future tournaments.
This announcement showcases the continued global recognition of Sohail Abbas’s contributions to the sport of hockey, both as a player and now as a mentor for the next generation of talent. His guidance will be essential in helping Malaysian players sharpen their techniques and achieve greater success in penalty corners.
