Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made a strategic move to mentally prepare the national team for their high-stakes rematch against India in the Asia Cup by enlisting the services of a sports psychologist.
🧠 Mental Conditioning for Pressure Games
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Dr. Raheel has officially joined the Pakistan squad in Dubai as the team’s sports psychologist.
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The decision reflects PCB’s focus on mental clarity, resilience, and handling extreme pressure in what is considered one of the world’s most intense sporting rivalries.
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The timing is critical, with Pakistan players still feeling the heat from their previous clash with India.
🌍 A Global Practice, Pakistan Joins In
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Sports psychologists have been part of elite setups worldwide, helping athletes deal with the mental challenges of performing under the spotlight.
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Pakistan has tapped into this expertise before, having engaged Dr. Maqbool “Max” Babri in 2023.
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This renewed effort aims to ensure players stay composed, focused, and confident in Dubai.
🏏 The Big Stage Awaits
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The rematch will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, where thousands will pack the stands and millions more will tune in globally.
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With emotions high and expectations soaring, the psychological edge could prove decisive.
🔥 What This Means for Pakistan
By prioritizing mental preparation alongside physical readiness, PCB is sending a clear signal: Pakistan is leaving nothing to chance in their bid to take down India.
