Watch: "Remember Last Year's Game," - Babar Azam's Speech Ahead Of Game vs India

28.08.2022 - 11:15 sports.ndtv.com

The world is waiting for the contest between India and Pakistan in the ongoing Asia Cup. Pakistan had defeated India in the T20 World Cup last year, so the side will definitely have a spring in their stride as they walk out to the field.

With India eyeing a revenge of their 2021 T20 World Cup loss, Pakistan will look to continue their blistering form. Ahead of the much-awaited clash, Pakistan captain Babar Azam encouraged his team by reminding them of their 10-wicket win over India, last year.

He urged them to play with the same body language in order to get the same results. "You have to play with the same body language that you all had during the T20 World Cup.

Remember the game that we played last year, just remember that. When you look back at it, you will remember all fond memories, you will remember your preparation.

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