DUBAI, UAE: Pakistan’s cricket team is bracing for an electrifying showdown as skipper Salman Ali Agha declared his side “ready” for the highly anticipated Asia Cup Super Four rematch against arch-rivals India.
The Men in Green sealed their Super Four spot with a convincing 41-run victory over the UAE, yet their captain admitted there is still work to be done. “We got the job done, but we must strengthen our middle-order batting. To consistently post totals beyond 150, we need stability in those overs,” Agha remarked, highlighting the one area that remains a concern.
Despite this, Agha’s confidence in his team’s momentum was unmistakable. “We are ready for any challenge, and if we continue the way we’ve played over the last four months, we’ll be good against any side,” he said.
The clash with India carries extra weight after their last encounter ended in controversy. Pakistan fell to a seven-wicket defeat, with tensions spilling over as the customary handshakes were skipped and a demand was later made for disciplinary action against match referee Andy Pycroft. With emotions running high, Sunday’s rematch in Dubai promises not just cricketing drama but a test of resilience and determination for both sides.
For Pakistan, it is more than a match — it is an opportunity for redemption on one of the biggest stages.
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