Live Hockey Guide: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka & China vs Bangladesh | U18 Men’s Asia Cup 2025

Two exciting Pool A matchups—Pakistan vs Sri Lanka and China vs Bangladesh—take place in Dazhou, China, and here’s your comprehensive streaming and match guide to ensure you catch all the action live!

Match Details (China Standard Time)

Match	Date	Time (CST)
Pakistan vs Sri Lanka	6 July	08:00 CST
China vs Bangladesh	6 July	17:30 CST

These key encounters are part of Pool A, where every game carries major impact for qualification and regional pride.

Streaming Options by Region

Pakistan – Exclusive on tapmad

• Pakistan's matches will be streamed live and in HD on tapmad, including both the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka fixture and the finals, with English commentary available (confirmed via tapmad’s U18 Asia Cup listing).
   

Global – Watch.Hockey app (FIH)

• The official Watch.Hockey app offers live streaming and stats for FIH U18 Asia Cup matches worldwide. Fully equipped for live coverage, replays, and overlays on Web, Android, and Firestick (iOS coming soon).
   
• Note: Fans in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Bhutan may face geo-blocking for live matches, but can access extended highlights instantly.
   

Asia-Pacific – Premier Sports Asia

• Available across South & Southeast Asia, Premier Sports Asia streams selected matches via its OTT platform, perfect for viewers in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and beyond.
   

Bangladesh – Accessible through Toffee

• The popular Bangladeshi app Toffee may carry coverage of Bangladesh’s own matches, subject to rights agreements. It regularly hosts similar events like Asia Cup and Champions Trophy.
   

How to Watch: Quick Setup Tips

1. In Pakistan, open tapmad and navigate to the Men’s & Women’s U18 Asia Cup 2025 section.
    
2. Global fans should install Watch.Hockey and sign up; for geo-blocked regions, configuring a VPN to a non-restricted country helps bypass access limits.
    
3. Viewers in South & Southeast Asia should check Premier Sports Asia’s OTT schedule ahead of lock-in.
    
4. Bangladeshi users, install Toffee, check for match listings under live sports programming.
    
5. Set CST reminder: 08:00 CST = 05:00 PKT / 06:30 LKT / 06:30 BDT; 17:30 CST = 14:30 PKT / 16:00 LKT / 16:00 BDT.
    

Match Previews & Stakes

Pakistan vs Sri Lanka

• Pakistan enters as pool favorites, boasting a strong junior squad with keen defense and fast-break capabilities.
   
• Sri Lanka’s technical and disciplined play has surprised opponents, promising a tightly fought game.
   

China vs Bangladesh

• China, as hosts, rely on home support and aggressive midfield passes.
   
• Bangladesh's fiery forwards and counterattacking tactics could test the Chinese defense.
   

These fixtures are critical—they can shape Pool A’s rankings and determine which teams advance to the semi-finals on 11 July.

Why These Games Matter

• Qualification momentum: Pool A performance determines entry into semifinals and direct spots for U18 World Cup qualifiers.
   
• Emerging talent spotlight: Expect to spot future senior stars—defensive tactics, penalty corners, and midfield dominance will be key.
   
• Sporting friendships: These matchups deepen field hockey camaraderie and regional sporting ties.
   

Viewing Checklist

• Install relevant apps early: tapmad, Watch.Hockey, Premier Sports Asia, Toffee.
   
• Confirm region access; consider VPN if needed for full coverage.
   
• Test your internet stability (10 Mbps+ ideal).
   
• Set alerts for match start, live linescores, and drama-packed moments.
   

Final Take

Catch Pakistan’s clash with Sri Lanka at 08:00 CST and follow the thrill of China vs Bangladesh at 17:30 CST. Thanks to tapmad in Pakistan, Watch.Hockey globally, Premier Sports Asia, and Toffee, no matter where you are, you can enjoy every pass, stroke, and save from the U18 Men’s Asia Cup in Dazhou.