Cricket legend Wasim Akram has cautioned that Pakistan will face a “formidable challenge” when they take on defending champions India in Sunday’s high-voltage Asia Cup encounter — the first meeting between the two arch-rivals since their recent political flare-up.
The clash has already gripped fans worldwide. India, unbeaten in 18 of their last 21 T20Is despite a shock nine-wicket loss to the UAE, enter as clear favourites.
Pakistan, however, buoyed by tri-series wins over Afghanistan and the UAE, will be looking to upset the odds.
Akram said the match “will be competitive,” noting that while India are strong, Pakistan possess pace and confidence under captain Salman Agha and coach Mike Hesson.
He stressed that patience would be key for the young squad.
The former pacer voiced concern over Mohammad Haris’ batting position and Pakistan’s bowling depth but reserved special praise for India’s attack — Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy and Jasprit Bumrah — calling them “difficult to beat in any situation.”
With tensions running high and the stakes even higher, fans are bracing for a thriller that could go down to the wire.
