With full backing from his father, Luka Hodak is now eligible for Malaysia and in contention for a national under-19 call-up as the country looks to rebuild through its youth ahead of the 2027 AFC Under-20 Asian Cup qualifiers
Besides notable incumbents defending their seats such as Melaka CM Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh and Melaka Pakatan chief Adly Zahari, the Prime Minister’s political secretary Datuk Azman Abidin will contest his maiden election in Paya Rumput
Initially given two seats, last-minute negotiations within Barisan Nasional now lands MCA with the staunchly DAP seats of Kota Laksamana and Bandar Hilir
