India vs Pakistan: Rohit Sharma Reveals Rishabh Pant's Role Against Pakistan, Says "When We Move Ahead..."

Ahead of his side's ICC T20 World Cup clash against Pakistan, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma confirmed that star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant will continue to be a fixture in the top order to break a right-hand bat heavy top four, saying that his counter-attacking abilities against spinners will become important as the tournament progresses and moves to West Indies. At the Nassau County International Stadium on Sunday, it will be a 'Super Sunday' as arch-rivals India and Pakistan will be clashing in their highly anticipated ICC T20 World Cup clash, with plenty of sports superstars in action. Having secured a comprehensive win against Ireland by eight wickets, India will be riding high on confidence and plenty of winning momentum. However, Pakistan on the other hand will be aiming to overcome the blues from defeat to co-hosts and World Cup debutants USA by defeating their biggest rival in the sport.

Speaking about Pant's role in the team, Rohit said during the pre-match press conference, "I had to see Pant in a few IPL games to decide where I wanted to play him during the World Cup. When I saw him during the first half of the tournament, I was really happy with his performance. With a player like him, and the ability he has, it is tough to find the right number for him. But when we have three right-handers in the start, it is nice to have him in the middle. When we move ahead in the tournament, spinners will play a big role and his counterattacking ability against spin will be important."

"With Yashasvi Jaiswal not in the playing eleven, he is that guy who can play with freedom. I have seen enough of him doing that over the years and I know what his strengths. There is a bit of weakness as well, but I want to focus on