Virat Kohli’s absence in the Asia Cup is expected to be a huge concern for India as they are scheduled to face arch-rivals Pakistan on Wednesday. However, former Indian skipper Sourav Ganguly doesn’t agree with this fact. He believes that India are a better side and Kohli’s absence won’t create much difference.
"It will be a 50-50 contest between India and Pakistan," Ganguly said on the sidelines of a promotional event here.
India have a 6-5 win-loss ratio at the Asia Cup and on Wednesday the Rohit Sharma led side would look to continue the momentum.
Asked if regular captain and star batsman Virat Kohli's absence would be a factor, Ganguly said, "Virat Kohli's absence won't be a factor, they are a better side."
India are the most successful side in the Asia Cup, having won the title a total of six times, while Pakistan have won twice.
The men in blue begin their campaign against Hong Kong on Tuesday, while Pakistan beat the same opponents by eight wickets on Sunday.