As anticipation builds for the high-voltage clash between Pakistan and India in the Asia Cup Super Four stage, the Pakistan team management has finalized its playing XI with some bold changes. According to reliable sources, the focus has been placed on strengthening the all-round department and banking on the pace attack to counter India’s strong batting lineup.
Key Inclusions and Changes
All-rounder Hussain Talat has been drafted into the squad alongside Faheem Ashraf, providing depth in both batting and bowling. Middle-order batsman Hasan Nawaz has reportedly been dropped following inconsistent performances, while left-handed batter Khushdil Shah has been kept as the 12th man.
The management has also placed trust in opener Sahibzada Farhan, despite his recent struggles, to partner Saim Ayub at the top of the order. Fakhar Zaman, who has hit two fifties in his last six innings, remains a crucial figure in the batting lineup. Captain Salman Ali Agha will anchor the middle order, with wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Haris providing firepower.
Bowling Strength
Pakistan’s bowling attack looks formidable with Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf leading the pace battery. They will be backed by Mohammad Nawaz, who adds balance as a spin-bowling all-rounder, and mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed, who is expected to make life difficult for Indian batters on Dubai’s turning track.
Probable XI vs India
- Saim Ayub
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Fakhar Zaman
- Salman Ali Agha (c)
- Mohammad Haris (wk)
- Hussain Talat
- Faheem Ashraf
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
- Haris Rauf
- Abrar Ahmed
(12th Man: Khushdil Shah)
Why This Match Matters
This encounter is more than just another game — it’s a battle that could decide who makes it to the Asia Cup final on September 28 in Dubai. Both teams know that victory today will give them a direct edge in the race to the final, with millions of fans across the subcontinent glued to their screens.
Pakistan’s strategy is clear: use their pace attack to rattle India’s top order, while relying on the depth provided by four all-rounders to keep balance in the team. With emotions running high and the stakes bigger than ever, this clash promises fireworks on and off the field.
