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"Bought Glasses, Shirts Like Anil Kapoor And Took Photos On Chennai Beach": Wasim Akram On His First Tour Of India

The India vs Pakistan rivalry has been one of cricket's most enthralling contests over the years and legends from both the countries have shared several anecdotes about their experience of not just playing in the high pressure contest but also of touring either country. As the current crop of players get ready to battle in the upcoming Asia Cup, with the two teams clashing on August 28, broadcaster Star Sports shared a clip of a show Frenemies, where legendary fast bowlers Kapil Dev and Wasim Akram shared their memories of classic India vs Pakistan matches.

Watch: James Anderson Dismisses Sarel Erwee In 100th Home Test, From 'James Anderson End'

After taking a 1-0 lead in the series, South Africa elected to bat against England in the second Test at Old Trafford in Manchester. However, things did not go as planned for the Proteas as opener Sarel Erwee was given his marching orders early by veteran pacer James Anderson. Playing his 100th home Test, the 40-year-old, who was bowling from the end of the stadium named after him -- the 'James Anderson End' -- produced a nip-backer to wrongfoot Erwee, who got a thick inside edge on his way to wicketkeeper Ben Foakes, who showed quick reflexes to take a fine catch.

"Like Facing Spinners": Virender Sehwag On Third And Fourth Pakistan Pacers In Multan Test

Virender Sehwag used to bring out his best against Pakistan. Out of the all the memorable innings that he played against Pakistan, the triple century that he scored in Multan in 2004 was the first occasion when an Indian batter scored a 300-plus score in Tests. Sehwag scored 309 while Sachin Tendulkar stayed unbeaten on 194 as India declared on 675/5 in the first innings. Pakistan made 407 in the first innings and were made to follow on. They made 216 in the second innings as India win by an innings and 52 runs.

Asia Cup 2022: Full schedule of matches, timings, venues, team squads, Head to Head, most titles, live stream details

Asia Cup begins on Saturday, August 27, with a clash between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. But, the match that everyone is looking forward to is of course India vs Pakistan. The two cricketing heavyweights begin their Asia Cup campaign this time with this clash on Sunday, August 28. This time the Asia Cup is being played in the T20 format as a preparatory tournament for the T20 World Cup at the end of the year in Australia. The tournament this time is being played in the UAE, though Sri Lanka are the official hosts. The tournament couldn't be played as per schedule in the island nation because of the ongoing political crisis in Sri Lanka. Since 2016, the Asia Cup has been played on a rotational basis between the ODI and T20 formats, depending on which global ICC tournament is scheduled next. Hong Kong on Wednesday (August 24) became the third team in Group A, which has India and Pakistan. India are scheduled to play Hong Kong on August 31.

Fan Tells Indian Cricketer "You Were Terrible In IPL". Player Responds

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Wednesday announced the India A squad that will take on New Zealand A in three four-day 'Tests'. One notable exclusion was veteran wicketkeeper Sheldon Jackson, who has continued to get good returns in the Ranji Trophy. Jackson, a domestic cricket stalwart, took to Twitter to lament being constantly told that he is not being selected due to his age, saying that he has "the right to dream" after three good seasons.

"I Was Amazed" : Rashid Khan Narrates Tale About Virat Kohli's Commitment

Rashid Khan is a a veteran of T20 leagues around the world and the Afghan spin wizard has spent several years playing in the IPL, where he has locked horns with some of India's best batters. He will be looking to use all that experience when Afghanistan take on India in the upcoming Asia Cup 2022. Before the start of the tournament Rashid in an interview spoke on a range of topics, including the form of Virat Kohli.

Cricketer Irfan Pathan Slams Vistara Airlines For "Rude" Behaviour, "Bad Experience"

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan took to Twitter on Wednesday to share his "very bad experience" while travelling to Dubai from Dubai by Vistara airlines. Pathan shared his experience in detail and said that he was made to wait for more than an hour at the counter with his wife and children and that the "ground staff were rude"

Abu Dhabi becomes first international base for New Zealand Rugby's Small Blacks

New Zealand Rugby’s renowned Small Blacks brand is to set up base at Abu Dhabi Cricket and Sports Hub.

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"Bought Glasses, Shirts Like Anil Kapoor And Took Photos On Chennai Beach": Wasim Akram On His First Tour Of India

Watch: James Anderson Dismisses Sarel Erwee In 100th Home Test, From 'James Anderson End'

"Like Facing Spinners": Virender Sehwag On Third And Fourth Pakistan Pacers In Multan Test

Asia Cup 2022: Full schedule of matches, timings, venues, team squads, Head to Head, most titles, live stream details

Fan Tells Indian Cricketer "You Were Terrible In IPL". Player Responds

"I Was Amazed" : Rashid Khan Narrates Tale About Virat Kohli's Commitment

Cricketer Irfan Pathan Slams Vistara Airlines For "Rude" Behaviour, "Bad Experience"

Abu Dhabi becomes first international base for New Zealand Rugby's Small Blacks