Bukit jalil: Pahang made history by clinching the inaugural National Men's Under-21 (U-21) Hockey 5s Championship after edging Perak 2-1 in the final at the National Hockey Stadium, Bukit Jalil, here today. Pahang struck early, taking the lead in the third minute through a field goal by Shafiq Amar Fahmi Suzaini. They extended their advantage four minutes later when Iman Faris Faizo capitalised on a one-on-one 'challenge' situation to put Pahang firmly in control. Perak pulled one back in the 16th minute through Ahmad Ariff Daniel Mohd Shahrean, but Pahang held on to seal the title.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, head coach Mohd Sufian Mohamad expressed satisfaction with his team's execution of the plan to score early and maintain pressure on their opponents. He also hoped that this success would motivate the Pahang State Government to invest in a dedicated Hockey 5s pitch, as the team had been training on a makeshift field in Temerloh.

Earlier in the tournament, Negeri Sembilan claimed victory in the women's competition by defeating Pahang 4-1.