Even fans can feel the nerves as the India vs Pakistan (IND Vs PAK) T20 World Cup 2024 clash at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York draws near on Sunday (June 9). The arch-rivals do not play bilateral cricket anymore and meet only in ICC contests which is what makes these clashes, although rare, much anticipated in nature.
Despite a lot of talk about the match, on cricketing rationale India seem miles ahead of their opponents on current form. Pakistan have struggled big time and even succumbed to a shock-defeat against the United States of America (USA) in their tournament opener. Even on head-to-head record in T20 World Cup history, Pakistan have beaten India only once with the Men in Bue coming out on top on all other occasions.
However, when veteran India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin asked if it was possible for Pakistan to come back against India, former India batter Robin Uthappa, who interacting with him on his YouTube channel joked that although he believes that Pakistan can beat India, he trusts Babar Azam's captaincy.
Danish Kaneria Lashes Out At Babar Azam
Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria, meanwhile, lashed out at Babar. He shared his opinion on who he thinks is the better batter between him and Virat Kohli, saying that Babar is nowhere close to Virat.
"As soon as Babar Azam scored a hundred the next day you’ll see comparisons with Virat Kohli. Virat k jute k barabar bhi nahi hai," Kaneria told IANS prior to the high-voltage fixture at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York.
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"USA Bowlers had him stuck, he was unable to play the bowlers. As soon as he reached 40 odd runs he got out. He should have stayed and won the game. Pakistan should have won the game one sided," he added talking about Babar and Pakistan's performance against USA.