Pakistan has decided to stick with the same lineup that faced Nepal for their highly-anticipated showdown against India in the ongoing Asia Cup 2023. There are no changes in their playing XI for this crucial match.
The highly awaited 2023 Asia Cup game between India and Pakistan is just around the corner, slated to be played at the Pallekele International Stadium in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Cricket aficionados worldwide eagerly await this epic battle, with all attention concentrated on the key players, Virat Kohli and Babar Azam. The outcome of the match could very well rest on their individual efforts.
Pakistan has decided to go with the same lineup for their highly awaited match against India in the upcoming Asia Cup 2023. This decision comes after excellent performances from players like Babar Azam and Iftikhar Ahmed, who both smashed centuries in the last game against Nepal. Shadab Khan’s four-wicket haul and Shaheen Shah Afridi’s strong performance have further established their place in the lineup.
The only player whose spot was in dispute was Fakhar Zaman, who has been struggling with his form. In the recent series against Afghanistan, Zaman managed only 59 runs, and his performance against Nepal, when he scored just 14 runs before falling to Karan KC, didn’t help his case.
It’s worth noting that Pakistan’s top order didn’t shine in the last encounter, which is an area they will be seeking to improve. Facing powerful Indian pacers like Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, and Mohammed Siraj, they need to be wary. Early wickets might put Pakistan under great pressure.
On the bowling department, Pakistan seems to have a stable team with their pacers in excellent form. Shaheen Shah Afridi has troubled the Indian team in the past, and the objective would be to grab early wickets with the new ball. Haris Rauf, who endured Virat Kohli’s onslaught in the previous T20 World Cup clash, will be eager to make apologies. Shadab Khan and Mohammad Nawaz are anticipated to play vital roles, with the spinners likely to get some support from the Pallekele surface.
Pakistan Playing XI Against India:
Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Agha Salman, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah
