Following India’s commanding win over the United Arab Emirates in the Asia Cup, former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has shared his insights on the upcoming India vs. Pakistan match scheduled for September 14th. Akram conveyed his apprehension regarding the Indian team, pinpointing their fearless approach as a key factor creating a formidable challenge for any opposing team. Akram’s analysis highlighted the noticeable shift in the Indian team’s mindset, emphasizing their courageous style of play, which he believes stems from a well-structured development process, as opposed to being a sudden occurrence. He gave credit to India’s domestic cricket structure, particularly the T20 format, for nurturing players and equipping them for the demands of international cricket. He specifically mentioned opening batsman Abhishek Sharma and praised his batting skills. During his conversation on Sony Sports, Wasim Akram elaborated on the Indian team’s players’ distinct mentality. He emphasized their fearless approach to the game. He commended the influence of India’s domestic cricket. Ajay Jadeja, a former Indian cricketer, inquired about Pakistan’s confidence level in the upcoming match. Akram responded by affirming Pakistan’s current form and highlighted the team’s emphasis on team performance rather than individual statistics. Akram also shared his views on Pakistan’s match against Oman. He observed that the Pakistani batsmen faced some difficulties. He suggested that a cautious approach is necessary when encountering bowlers for the first time. He complimented Mohammad Haris’s batting performance. He expressed his preference for Mohammad Haris at number three but questioned the decision regarding Fakhar Zaman, who has been an opening batsman throughout his career. He pointed out the challenges of managing a team with multiple opening batsmen. Pakistan won their first match of the Asia Cup against Oman by 93 runs.
Wasim Akram Discusses His Concerns About India’s Cricket Team Ahead of Asia Cup Clash
