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"We Are Talking About India-Pakistan...": Sunil Gavaskar's Big Asia Cup 2023 Warning

Legendary Indian cricket team opener Sunil Gavaskar believes that although there is a lot of buzz surrounding India and Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup 2023, it will be unwise to not consider Sri Lanka in the conversation. The tournament will start on August 30 as Pakistan take on Nepal but all eyes are on the match on September 2 with India and Pakistan coming face to face. In a recent interaction, Gavaskar reminded that Sri Lanka have won the tournament and they should be a part of the conversation as well.

From Pakistan To Nepal: Asia Cup 2023 Line-Up

Six nations will compete for cricket's Asia Cup from Wednesday, co-hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Won by Sri Lanka a year ago over the T20 format, this year the Asia Cup reverts to 50 overs. It is also a final chance for Asia's cricketing giants to size each other up before October's World Cup in India. The top two teams from each group advance to the Super Four with the leading two in the standings contesting the final in Colombo on September 17.

Pakistan vs Nepal, Asia Cup 2023: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

The Asia Cup returns to Pakistan after a gap of 15 long years as the hosts take on Nepal in the opening match at the Multan Cricket Stadium on Wednesday. Pakistan head into the tournament after a 3-0 series sweep against Afghanistan in Sri Lanka, which is also set to host the Asia Cup matches due to India's reluctance to travel to Pakistan. The hosts have named a strong XI for the game against Pakistan, featuring the likes of captain Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan, among others.

Asia Cup 2023 Opening Ceremony: Pakistan's Aima Baig, Nepal's Trishala Gurung To Set Stage On Fire

The Asia Cup 2023 is all set to begin, with the opening match taking place between Pakistan and Nepal on August 30. The first match of the tournament will be held at the Multan Cricket Stadium but before the event begins, the tournament's curtain-raiser event will see some glittery performances. The opening ceremony will feature Pakistani singer Aima Baig and Nepal's Trishala Gurung looking to set the stage on fire.

"If Babar And Rizwan Fire...": R Ashwin's Firm Warning To India, Other Asia Cup Sides

As the Asia Cup 2023 begins, it's the India and Pakistan teams that are being considered the 'favourites' for the title. Though it was the Sri Lankan team that won the title last time around (in the T20 version of the tournament), India and Pakistan are being seen as the two outright favourites. While the Indian team has won the tournament, in the ODI version, the most number of times, Pakistan have really pulled their socks up in the last few years. Veteran Indian spinner, Ravichandran Ashwin, in his preview for the Asia Cup 2023, tried to decode the rise of the Paksitan team over the last 5-6 years, and what makes them favourites this year, alongside the Indian team.

"Neeraj Chopra's Videos, Ghee And Milk Diet": Arshad Nadeem's Uncle On Pakistan Athlete's Rise

As India's Neeraj Chopra stood tall on the top of the podium in the World Athletics Championship, accompanying him at the second spot was Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem in the Men's Javelin Throw final. There wasn't much separating the two athletes who have been competing against each other for years. While Neeraj remains the 'Golden Boy' in Indian athletics, Arshad has also brought many laurels to Pakistan with his performances on the international stage. In fact, Arshad's uncle revealed that his ward often watches Neeraj's videos back home, to better prepare himself for events.

Why Asia Cup 2023 Will Be Held In ODI Format And Not T20I?

The Asia Cup, once considered a mini-version of the World Cup, has gradually turned into a preparatory platform for the World Cup. Whichever World Cup is being held that year, be it in the ODI format or T20I, the Asia Cup is molded into the same format. Last year, when the Asia Cup was held in the UAE, it was the Sri Lanka cricket team that emerged triumphant, winning the title in the T20 format. But, this time around, the Asian sides will battle it out in the 50-over format of the game. But, why is it so?

Asked About Son's Win Over Arshad Nadeem, Neeraj Chopra's Mother Gives Stunning Reply

India's 'Golden Boy' Neeraj Chopra hasn't just become one of the most decorated athletes in the country but also one of the most loved. It was Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem whom Neeraj had to beat in the final in order to claim to top podium spot. Despite there being an India vs. Pakistan rivalry in sports, Neeraj reiterated how fond he is of Arshad and the fact that he won a silver medal, makes him happy. Later, Neeraj's mother also gave a priceless response to a reporter who asked her how she felt to see Neeraj beating an athlete from Pakistan.

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"We Are Talking About India-Pakistan...": Sunil Gavaskar's Big Asia Cup 2023 Warning

From Pakistan To Nepal: Asia Cup 2023 Line-Up

Pakistan vs Nepal, Asia Cup 2023: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Asia Cup 2023 Opening Ceremony: Pakistan's Aima Baig, Nepal's Trishala Gurung To Set Stage On Fire

"If Babar And Rizwan Fire...": R Ashwin's Firm Warning To India, Other Asia Cup Sides

"Neeraj Chopra's Videos, Ghee And Milk Diet": Arshad Nadeem's Uncle On Pakistan Athlete's Rise

Why Asia Cup 2023 Will Be Held In ODI Format And Not T20I?

Asked About Son's Win Over Arshad Nadeem, Neeraj Chopra's Mother Gives Stunning Reply