HOCKEY SULTAN AZLAN SHAH CUP

Sultan Azlan Shah Cup is an annual international men’s field hockey tournament held every year in Malaysia, primarily at the Azlan Shah Stadium in Ipoh or in Kuala Lumpur. The tournament began in 1983, initially held once every two years but becoming an annual event from 1998 onwards. Named after the ninth King of Malaysia, Sultan Azlan Shah, this competition is one of the most prestigious in men’s field hockey.

Inaugural Cup (1983)

Second Edition (1985)

The second edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in Ipoh, Malaysia, at Azlan Shah Stadium. The winner of that season was India, and the runner-up team was Malaysia. Pakistan finished at third position.

Third Edition (1987)

The third edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 1987 at the Azlan Shah Stadium in Ipoh, Malaysia. This tournament included six international teams. The champion of that season was Germany, who played against Pakistan in the finals. The third place was secured by England.

Fourth Edition (1991)

The fourth Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 1991 at the Azlan Shah Stadium in Ipoh, Malaysia. It included six international teams. The winning team was India. Runners-up were Pakistan, and third place was secured by South Korea.

Fifth Edition (1994)

The fifth edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 1994 in Penang, Malaysia. This tournament featured five international teams. The champions were England. The runner-up was Pakistan, and the third place was secured by Australia.

Sixth Edition (1995)

The sixth edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 1995 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This tournament featured six international teams. The champion of that season was India. The runner-up was Germany.

Seventh Edition (1996)

The seventh edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 1996 in Ipoh, Malaysia, at the Azlan Shah Stadium. This tournament featured six international teams. The champion of that season was Australia. The runner-up team was Germany, and the third place was secured by South Korea.

Eighth Edition (1998)

The eighth edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 1998 in Ipoh, Malaysia, at the Azlan Shah Stadium. This tournament featured six international teams. The champion of that season was Australia. The runner-up team was Germany, and the third place was secured by India.

Ninth Edition (1999)

The ninth edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup took place from 2 to 10 April 1999 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This tournament was particularly significant as it marked Pakistan’s first title in the history of the competition. The champion of that season was Pakistan. The runner-up team was South Korea. Pakistan defeated South Korea by 3-1.

Tenth Edition (2000)

The tenth edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 2000 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This tournament featured seven international teams. The champion of that season was Pakistan, and the runner-up team was South Korea. Pakistan defeated South Korea by 1-0.

Eleventh Edition (2001)

The 11th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 2001 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, featuring seven international teams. The champion of that season was Germany, and the runner-up team was South Korea. Germany defeated South Korea by 3-2.

Twelfth Edition (2003)

The 12th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 2003 in Ipoh, Malaysia, featuring five international teams. The champion of that season was Pakistan, and the runner-up team was Germany. Pakistan defeated Germany by 1-0.

Thirteenth Edition (2004)

The 13th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 2004 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, featuring seven international teams. The champion of that season was Australia, and the runner-up team was Pakistan. Australia defeated Pakistan by 4-3.

Fourteenth Edition (2005)

The 14th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 2005 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, featuring seven international teams. The winner of this season was Australia, and the runner-up team was South Korea. Australia defeated South Korea by 4-3.

Fifteenth Edition (2006)

The 15th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 2006 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, featuring eight international teams. The winner of this season was Netherlands, and the runner-up team was Australia. Netherlands defeated Australia by 6-2.

Sixteenth Edition (2007)

The 16th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held from May 5 to May 13, 2007, in Ipoh, Malaysia, featuring eight international teams. The winner of that season was Australia, and the runner-up team was Malaysia. Australia defeated Malaysia by 3-1.

Seventeenth Edition (2008)

The 17th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held in 2008 in Ipoh, Malaysia, featuring seven international teams. The champion of that season was Argentina, and the runner-up team was India. Argentina defeated India by 2-1.

Eighteenth Edition (2009)

The 18th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held from April 5 to April 12, 2009, in Ipoh, Malaysia. This tournament featured five international teams. The winner of that season was India, and the runner-up team was Malaysia. India defeated Malaysia by 3-1.

Nineteenth Edition (2010)

The 19th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held from May 6 to May 16, 2010, in Ipoh, Malaysia. This tournament featured seven international teams. The winner of that season was India, and the runner-up was South Korea.

Twentieth Edition (2011)

The 20th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup took place from May 5 to May 15, 2011, in Ipoh, Malaysia. Seven international teams competed. The winner of that season was Australia, and the runner-up team was Pakistan. Australia defeated Pakistan by 3-2.

Twenty-first Edition (2012)

The 21st edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held from 24 May to 3 June 2012 in Ipoh, Malaysia, featuring seven international teams. The winner of that season was New Zealand, and the runner-up team was Argentina. New Zealand defeated Argentina by 1-0.

Twenty-second Edition (2013)

The 22nd edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held from 9 to 17 March 2013 in Ipoh, Malaysia. Six international teams participated. The champion of that season was Australia, and the runner-up team was Malaysia. Australia defeated Malaysia by 3-2.

Twenty-third Edition (2014)

The 23rd edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held from 13 to 23 March 2014 in Ipoh, Malaysia. Six international teams participated. The champion of that season was Australia, and the runner-up team was Malaysia. Australia defeated Malaysia by 8-3.

Twenty-fourth Edition (2015)

The 24th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held from 5 to 12 April 2015 in Ipoh, Malaysia. Six international teams participated. The champion of that season was New Zealand, and the runner-up team was Australia. New Zealand defeated Australia in a penalty shootout 3-1.

Twenty-fifth Edition (2016)

The 25th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was held from 6 to 16 April 2016 in Ipoh, Malaysia. Seven international teams participated. The winner of that season was Australia, and the runner-up team was India. Australia defeated India by 4-0.

Twenty-sixth Edition (2017)

The 26th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup took place from 29 April to 6 May 2017 in Ipoh, Malaysia. Six international teams participated. The winner of that season was Great Britain, and the runner-up team was Australia. Great Britain defeated Australia by 4-3.

Twenty-seventh Edition (2018)

The 27th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup took place from 3 to 10 March 2018 in Ipoh, Malaysia. Six international teams participated. The winner of that season was Australia, and the runner-up team was England. Australia defeated England in a penalty shootout by 2-1.

Twenty-eighth Edition (2019)

The 28th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup took place from 23 to 30 March 2019 in Ipoh, Malaysia. Six international teams participated. The winner of that season was South Korea, and the runner-up team was India. South Korea defeated India in a penalty shootout by 4-2.

Twenty-ninth Edition (2020)

The 29th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup was scheduled to take place from 11 to 18 April 2020 in Ipoh, Malaysia. The tournament was postponed due to COVID-19. On 2 May 2020, the organizers officially cancelled the event.

Thirtieth Edition (2024)

The 30th edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup took place from 4 to 11 May 2024 in Ipoh, Malaysia. Six international teams participated. The winner of that season was Japan, and the runner-up team was Pakistan. Japan defeated Pakistan by penalty shootouts 3-1.

Total Championships by Nations:

Australia = 10 (1983, 1998, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2018)
India = 5 (1985, 1991, 1995, 2009, 2010)
Pakistan = 3 (1999, 2000, 2003)
South Korea = 3 (1996, 2010, 2019)
Germany = 2 (1987, 2001)
Great Britain = 2 (1994, 2017)
New Zealand = 2 (2012, 2015)
Malaysia = 1 (2022)
Japan = 1 (2024)
Argentina = 1 (2008)
Netherlands = 1 (2006)