After returning from an Australia tour, Pakistan hockey team captain Shakeeb Ammad Butt made shocking allegations against the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) regarding how the team had to wash their own dishes in order to pay for hotel bills. This distressing situation highlights ongoing financial difficulties within the national sports administration, which has further escalated due to Pakistan cricket's recent troubles at the T20 World Cup.

The scenario turned more serious when PHF president Tariq Bughati announced his sudden resignation, submitting his resignation letter to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who also holds the position of Patron-in-Chief of the PHF. This raised questions about the leadership and stability of the federation, which is now under scrutiny not only for its management practices but also for its treatment of athletes.

The controversies surrounding both cricket and hockey in Pakistan suggest a pressing need for systemic reforms in sports governance. With the prime minister involved directly due to his role with the PHF, it remains to be seen how the government will respond to these allegations and the broader issues affecting Pakistani sports, which are essential for the nation’s pride and international representation.