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In the buildup to the highly anticipated clash between Pakistan and arch-rivals India in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Kamran Akmal shared invaluable insights into Pakistan’s approach.
Pakistan’s recent struggles & India’s formidable momentum
Pakistan’s recent woes, including defeats in the T20I series against Ireland and England, have compounded the pressure on the team. The shocking loss to the United States of America (USA) in the global showpiece event further exacerbated their predicament, intensifying the scrutiny ahead of the showdown with India.
In contrast, India, led by Rohit Sharma, enters the clash with a wave of confidence after a convincing victory over Ireland in their opening encounter. Riding on this momentum, India poses a formidable challenge for Pakistan, amplifying the pressure on the Men in Green team.
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Kamran Akmal’s crucial advice
Addressing the significance of the match, Akmal emphasized the necessity for Pakistan to outshine their rivals in every facet of the game to secure a coveted victory. With the historic rivalry between the two cricketing powerhouses, Akmal stressed the importance of crafting a superior team and delivering a stellar performance on the field.
“In order to win against India you need to be better than them, you have to make a better team than them and play better. But as of now the confidence of the Pakistan team is low,” Akmal said on his YouTube channel.
Historical encounters in T20 World Cup
The much-awaited clash between cricketing giants India and Pakistan will take place at New York’s Nassau County International Cricket Stadium on June 9. This fixture marks another chapter in the fierce rivalry between the two nations, tracing back to their intense encounters on the cricket field.
Since the inception of the T20 World Cup in 2007, India and Pakistan have crossed paths seven times, igniting passionate debates and captivating audiences worldwide. India boasted a dominant record in these encounters, securing five victories, experiencing a single defeat, and engaging in one tied match against their arch-rivals.
