A poser for captain Akhimullah after Oman high


Lead by example: Akhimullah Anuar Esook (right) scored 11 goals and was instrumental in guiding Malaysia to the final before losing 2-5 to Holland. — FIH

SEPANG: Akhimullah Anuar Esook is probably the most accomplished Malaysian player in hockey 5s but he is a dilemma whether to solely focus on it or continue playing field hockey.

He is one of the six surviving members of the 2018 Youth Olympics squad who won hockey 5s gold in Buenos Aires and has played a part in all of Malaysia’s involvement in three international events since 2022.

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