In a match that swung back and forth at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium on Tuesday, Pakistan's resilience under pressure proved decisive as they edged South Korea 4-3 to clinch the four-match series with one game still to play. The victory extended their unbeaten run in the series and showcased their ability to recover from multiple deficits. Main Developments South Korea struck first, with Kim Hyeongjin converting a penalty corner in the 10th minute to give the visitors a 1-0 lead. That advantage held through the second quarter as Pakistan struggled to break down a well-organized defense. Pakistan's response came early in the second half when Hayat Zakria equalized with a field goal in the 32nd minute. But Korea regained the lead just a minute later through Jang Ji Hun's penalty corner, setting up a tense final quarter. Read also: PCB imposes two-year bans on legends league players Rana Waheed Ashraf leveled the scores again in the 45th minute with a field goal, only for Kim Yong to stun the home crowd with another field goal five minutes later, putting Korea 3-2 ahead. Pakistan's late surge, however, proved decisive as Abdul Reham and Shahid Hanan scored field goals in the 55th and 57th minutes respectively to seal a remarkable comeback win. Background This series between Pakistan and South Korea has been closely contested, with Pakistan entering the third Test unbeaten. The previous two matches had set the stage for this decisive encounter, where Pakistan's ability to fight back from behind became a recurring theme. The match was played at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium in Islamabad, a venue familiar to both teams. Why It Matters The series victory is a significant boost for Pakistan's hockey program, which has been working to regain its former international standing. Winning against a competitive side like South Korea demonstrates progress and builds confidence ahead of future international commitments. For the players, this result could enhance their prospects in national team selection and raise the team's profile in the global hockey community. What's Next The fourth and final match of the series is scheduled for Friday at the same venue. With the series already decided in Pakistan's favor, the focus will shift to maintaining their unbeaten record and giving opportunities to fringe players. South Korea, meanwhile, will aim to salvage pride and end the series on a positive note.