Pakistan is set to face India in their second Super 4 match of the Asia Cup 2025 today at the Dubai International Stadium. The team management has made some key changes to the lineup ahead of the high-profile encounter.
All-rounder Faheem Ashraf is expected to make a return to the playing XI while Hasan Nawaz has been left out. Hussain Talat is likely to get a chance adding depth to Pakistan’s batting and bowling options.
The fast-bowling responsibilities will be handled by Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf who will lead the pace attack. Spin duties are likely to be shared between Abrar Ahmed, Muhammad Nawaz and Saeem Ayub, providing Pakistan with a balanced bowling combination.
Sources suggest the likely eleven for Pakistan against India will include: Saeem Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Faheem Ashraf, Salman Ali Agha, Muhammad Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Haris (wicketkeeper), Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf and Abrar Ahmed.
Ahead of the match, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi visited the team to boost morale. He reportedly spent time with both the players and management, encouraging the squad ahead of the crucial clash.
Meanwhile the Indian team is expected to continue its policy of avoiding handshakes with the Pakistani players, continuing the controversy from previous encounters. Both teams have been participating in practice sessions at the ICC Academy in Dubai to fine-tune their preparations.
With the Super 4 stage intensifying, today’s Pakistan-India match promises to be a thrilling contest for cricket fans across the region.
