"India versus Pakistan is very important, we know about so much support (teams get), so many eyeballs, so many people (following). But other teams are also here to play so you cannot minus Sri Lanka or Bangladesh," Akram said, as quoted by PTI.
The Indian team, announced last week, is in full preparartion for the Asia Cup that saw a host of big names test themselves in the training camp in Alur, Bengaluru. The likes of Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill tested themseves via YoYo Tests and continue to practice ahead of the marquee tournament.
Pakistan on the other hand, have made a strong start. They are the number one ranked side in ODIs thanks to their 3-0 series win over Afghanistan.
Given the amount of buzz the India vs Pakistan tie carries around especially in cricket, former former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram has warned that it would be harmful to underestimate the other oppositions.
"India versus Pakistan is very important, we know about so much support (teams get), so many eyeballs, so many people (following). But other teams are also here to play so you cannot minus Sri Lanka or Bangladesh," Akram said, as quoted by PTI.
The 1992 World Cup winner also insisted that the Rohit Sharma-led side have a "balanced" look. However, the Pakistan bowling great has also insisted that it won't be easy for the Men In Blue to win the continental tournament.
"I think they are trying different things, new players especially in the T20 format, also a new captain. They have a balanced squad. But it will not be easy for India or any team," he said.
India will start their Asia Cup 2023 campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on September 2 in Kandy before facing Nepal in Group A.
Conclusion
Ind vs Pak Asia Cup: Wasim Akram, a former cricketer for Pakistan, discussed the significance of the 2023 Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan during a recent interview.
He said that during the 50-over subcontinental competition that will be jointly hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka, both of these teams will receive a lot of support. Akram added that in the multi-nation competition, nations like Bangladesh or Sri Lanka cannot be disregarded.
“India versus Pakistan is very important, we know about so much support (teams get), so many eyeballs, so many people (following). But other teams are also here to play so you cannot minus Sri Lanka or Bangladesh,” Akram said, as quoted by PTI.
Ind vs Pak Asia Cup: Given the historical significance and rivalry between the two countries, former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram believes the India-Pakistan match at the Asia Cup 2023 will be critical.
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