Dubai: The stage is set for another high-voltage Pakistan vs India clash in the Asia Cup Super 4 stage. The Shaheens are determined to avenge their earlier 7-wicket loss against India as both teams meet again tonight at 7:30 PM PST.

The match comes on the heels of the much-talked-about handshake controversy, where both captains avoided a handshake during the toss and post-match. Match referee Andy Pycroft later apologized to Pakistan after PCB’s formal protest.

Pakistan’s strategy against India

• Batting order shake-up: Saim Ayub is likely to bat at No.4 instead of opening.
• Possible changes in XI: Hussain Talat may replace Hasan Nawaz.
• Fast bowling core intact: Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf expected to lead the attack.

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi met the players and team management at ICC Academy, boosting morale ahead of the big game. Fans also gathered to take pictures and get autographs from Fakhar Zaman, underlining the electric build-up to this rivalry (Pakistan vs India )

Fans’ expectations

Pakistani fans remain optimistic, believing the Green Shirts will “settle the score” this time. The excitement recalls the intensity of past India-Pakistan encounters, where national pride often blends with cricketing drama.

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