Islamabad, Feb 17: Yuvraj Singh believes that Pakistan will have a slight edge over India due to their familiarity with the playing conditions in Dubai. He emphasized, “Pakistan will have an upper hand vs India in those conditions in Dubai,” citing the team’s past success in UAE, where they have traditionally excelled. Pakistan’s dominant 10-wicket victory over India in the 2021 T20 World Cup in Dubai will likely boost their confidence as they head into the highly anticipated encounter.
The UAE’s slow pitches and conditions conducive to reverse swing are historically favorable for Pakistan’s formidable bowling attack, which boasts world-class pacers such as Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf. However, India’s strength lies in their spin department, with five spinners in their squad compared to Pakistan’s lone specialist, Abrar Ahmed.
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Despite the conditions, India remains confident with a star-studded lineup, including the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Hardik Pandya. Yuvraj Singh highlighted India’s depth and experience, assuring that the team will look to neutralize Pakistan’s home advantage and compete with determination in front of a sold-out crowd.
The rivalry between the two nations is one of the most fiercely anticipated fixtures in world cricket, and this upcoming clash in the Champions Trophy will be the sixth encounter between them in this prestigious tournament. Pakistan currently leads the head-to-head 3-2, which adds even more excitement to the contest. As the first ball is bowled, both teams will be eager to add another memorable chapter to this historic rivalry.
Yuvraj Singh’s comments have further fueled the pre-match hype, and all eyes will be on the Dubai International Stadium to see whether Pakistan can capitalize on their familiar conditions, or if India will rise to the occasion and defy expectations in this high-stakes battle.
