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India vs Pakistan: Will Rain Play Spoilsport In Much-Anticipated Asia Cup 2023 Clash?

The India-Pakistan match is one of the most anticipated clashes in world cricket. With the two teams not playing bilateral series for almost a decade due to external reasons, the only chance for fans to witness this match is at continental or International Cricket Council (ICC) events. As a result, the excitement surrounding the Asia Cup 2023 match is at an all time high with hotels in Kandy completely booked and fans around the world waiting for action to begin on Saturday. However, there can be some bad news for fans as weather may end up playing spoilsport in the encounter.

India vs Pakistan: Not Virat Kohli! Ex-Pakistan Pacer Warns Babar And Co About This India Batter Ahead Of Asia Cup 2023 Clash

The much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan in Asia Cup 2023 is just round the corner and fans cannot wait for the two teams to resume their rivalry on the field. With the two sides not playing bilateral series for almost a decade, the only chance that fans have of watching these two teams face each other are continental and International Cricket Council (ICC) competitions. Ahead of the match, former Pakistan fast bowler Wahab Riaz pointed out the Indian cricket team batter that can prove to be a key asset against Pakistan when the two teams come face-to-face on Saturday.

Asia Cup 2023: How KL Rahul's Absence Can Force India To Shake Up Entire Batting Order

Ishan Kishan is set to play the wicketkeeper-batter role in the absence of KL Rahul but question remains over the left-hander's batting slot going into the Asia Cup opener against Pakistan on September 2. The temptation will be to hand Kishan the opening position with Rahul not available for the first two games of the continental event. He had opened the innings in India's last ODI series against the West Indies along with Shubman Gill, and made a good impression. Kishan made 184 runs in that series from three matches, averaging 61.33 and his scores read – 52, 55 and 77.

On Battle Against Shaheen Afridi, Rohit Sharma Gets Word Of Caution From Australia Great

Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden wants India skipper Rohit Sharma to negotiate Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi's first three overs with "caution" to avoid a fate similar to the 2021 T20 World Cup in the UAE. Rohit was dismissed for a first-ball duck by a searing Afridi yorker which bent marginally inwards to beat the opener all ends up. India suffered a humiliating 10-wicket loss in the group match and could never bounce back from the defeat in the 2021 edition.

Ahead Of Asia Cup Clash, Virat Kohli Deciphers Pakistan's 'Main Aspect'

Team India arrived in Sri Lanka on Wednesday ahead of their Asia Cup opener against arch-rivals Pakistan in Kandy on Saturday. Ahead of the team's arrival in Sri Lanka, the Indian players took part in a six-day training camp at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru. Former India captain and star batter Virat Kohli showcased exemplary intensity as he trained with all guns blazing during the six-day camp. In a recent interaction, Kohli shed light on his "aggressive mindset" and how to approach white-ball cricket, especially ODIs.

IND vs PAK, Asia Cup 2023 Head-To-Head Stats: How Have India Fared Against Pakistan?

India and Pakistan are set to renew their rival when the two teams meet in Group A clash of the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 on Saturday in Kandy. For the first time ever, India and Pakistan will square off at the Pallekele International Stadium. The tickets have been sold out for the high-octane match, and so are the hotels and accommodation, in the capital of the Central Province. When it comes to India vs Pakistan in cricket, it is more than just a match.

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2023: Milestones To Watch Out For Ahead Of India's Campaign Opener

India will kickstart their Asia Cup 2023 campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on Saturday and though Men in Blue's first and foremost priority will be the trophy, there are some personal milestones worth watching out for as well. Players could be involved in upto six matches if they reach the final. That gives them plenty of game time to reach some personal milestones and boost their statistics.

Rohit Sharma's "First And Last ODI Cricket World Cup As....": Sourav Ganguly Makes A Big Claim

The Cricket World Cup is less than six weeks away. Ahead of that the Asia Cup 2023 is getting all the limelight, with the India vs Pakistan match on Saturday generating all the right noise. The Indian cricket team hasn't won any ICC trophy since 2023. The onus now falls on captain Rohit Sharma and former skipper Virat Kohli to guide the team to the Cricket World Cup 2023. Picking out Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill as the three key players for India in batting, former India captain Sourav Ganguly said that these three players must stand up for India to have a good chance.

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India vs Pakistan: Will Rain Play Spoilsport In Much-Anticipated Asia Cup 2023 Clash?

India vs Pakistan: Not Virat Kohli! Ex-Pakistan Pacer Warns Babar And Co About This India Batter Ahead Of Asia Cup 2023 Clash

Asia Cup 2023: How KL Rahul's Absence Can Force India To Shake Up Entire Batting Order

On Battle Against Shaheen Afridi, Rohit Sharma Gets Word Of Caution From Australia Great

Ahead Of Asia Cup Clash, Virat Kohli Deciphers Pakistan's 'Main Aspect'

IND vs PAK, Asia Cup 2023 Head-To-Head Stats: How Have India Fared Against Pakistan?

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2023: Milestones To Watch Out For Ahead Of India's Campaign Opener

Rohit Sharma's "First And Last ODI Cricket World Cup As....": Sourav Ganguly Makes A Big Claim