"Just Another Opposition": Rohit Sharma On Facing Pakistan In Asia Cup

20.08.2022 - 13:49 sports.ndtv.com

The much-awaited clash between India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup is just around the corner. The arch-rivals will square off on August 28 in Dubai in a group-stage clash.

Having nerves heading into the contest is quite normal for players but India skipper Rohit Sharma is trying to ensure to create a calm atmosphere within the group.

Ahead of the game, Rohit said that the contest is definitely a high-pressure game but at the end of the day, Pakistan are "just another opposition". "Obviously, it is a very exciting game.

Everyone watches the game, especially India-Pakistan. It is a high-pressure game without a doubt, I think within the group, we want to create quite a normal atmosphere.

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