- Pakistan is fielding an unchanged playing XI for their Super 4 clash against India, emphasizing their trust in the current team’s abilities.
- Faheem Ashraf’s impressive performance in the previous match bolsters Pakistan’s bowling attack and provides depth to the lineup.
- The high-stakes match between Pakistan and India promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams aiming to secure a pivotal victory in the Asia Cup.
Pakistan’s cricket team has made a strategic decision to keep their playing XI unchanged for their upcoming Super 4 showdown against their arch-rivals, India, in the Asia Cup. This crucial clash is scheduled for Sunday in Colombo, and the Pakistani team is banking on the same squad that secured a convincing seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in Lahore just a few days ago.
In the previous game against Bangladesh, the only alteration Pakistan made was replacing Mohammad Nawaz with Faheem Ashraf. This change proved to be effective as Faheem Ashraf, the fast-bowling all-rounder, showcased his prowess with an economical bowling spell, conceding just 27 runs in seven overs while also claiming a pivotal wicket in the form of Shakib Al Hasan.
The playing XI for Pakistan in this high-stakes match remains composed of talented individuals, including Fakhar Zaman, Imam ul Haq, and captain Babar Azam. Mohammad Rizwan will handle wicketkeeping duties, with Agha Salman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, and the impressive Faheem Ashraf contributing to the team’s batting and bowling strength. The formidable pace attack will be led by Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf.
As Pakistan gears up to face their traditional rivals, India, in what promises to be an exhilarating contest, the decision to maintain consistency in their lineup indicates the team’s confidence in their current roster. Both teams will be vying for a crucial victory in the Asia Cup, making this match one to watch for cricket enthusiasts and fans worldwide.
Pakistan’s playing XI:
Fakhar Zaman, Imam ul Haq, Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Agha Salman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf
Pakistan squad for Asia Cup:
Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (captain), Salman Ali Agha, Iftikhar Ahmed, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Haris, Shadab Khan (vice-captain), Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi
Our playing XI for the #PAKvIND match ??#AsiaCup2023 pic.twitter.com/K25PXbLnYe
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) September 9, 2023
