Asia Cup Super Four: India Win Toss, Elect to Field First Against Pakistan
The match is being officiated by match referee Andy Pycroft.
Dubai – In the second match of the Asia Cup Super Four stage, India won the toss and opted to field first against Pakistan. The high-stakes encounter is being played at the iconic Dubai International Stadium.
The match is being officiated by match referee Andy Pycroft. In a repeat of the previous fixture, Indian captain Surya Kumar Yadav once again did not shake hands with his Pakistani counterpart at the toss, a gesture noted by many observers.
Team Updates and Captains’ Comments
Speaking at the toss, Indian skipper Surya Kumar Yadav said:
“We’ve made no changes to our playing XI. There’s a possibility of dew later in the evening, and the pitch looks really good for batting.”
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s captain Salman Agha remarked:
“Every match is a new challenge. We’ll try to play good, competitive cricket today. We’ve made two changes to our squad—Hasan Nawaz and Khushdil Shah are out, and Faheem Ashraf and Hussain Talat have been brought into the playing XI.”
Read more: PCB Makes a Bold Move to Prepare the Team for India Clash
Both teams are eyeing a crucial win in the Super Four stage, which could be pivotal in determining who reaches the final of the Asia Cup 2025.
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