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Ireland Women Join Pro League as India Are Relegated, New Zealand Men Face Deadline

Pakistan stands ready to inherit the men’s Pro League spot if New Zealand passes on its invitation by July 21.

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Overview

  • Ireland’s women will make their Pro League debut after accepting the invitation passed down when New Zealand declined its postseason offer.
  • India’s women’s team has been relegated to the Nations Cup after finishing last in the 2024-25 Pro League season.
  • FIH granted Hockey New Zealand’s men a deadline extension to July 21 to decide on their participation in the 2025-26 Pro League.
  • Runners-up Pakistan would be offered the vacant men’s Pro League position if New Zealand opts out.
  • The Nations Cup–Pro League promotion and relegation mechanism now directly influences national teams’ preparation for upcoming global tournaments.