IND vs PAK | World Cup 2023
IND vs PAK: After Pakistan’s victory against Sri Lanka, Mohammad Rizwan, has conveyed the team’s unwavering belief in their game plan. Rizwan’s performance, along with a record chase, boosted Pakistan in the World Cup contest. The Pakistan cricket team is now setting its sights on a high-profile encounter with India. IND vs PAK is scheduled for October 14 at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. Rizwan expressed his team’s determination to adhere to the same strategy.
Mohammad Rizwan attributed the success against Sri Lanka to the team’s belief in their strategy, emphasizing that maintaining the same approach will be vital when facing India. The daunting chase of a 345-run target in their previous match demonstrated Pakistan’s resolve, as they clinched the victory with 10 balls to spare. This successful chase even surpassed the previous World Cup record of 328 runs set by Ireland against England in 2011.
Major updates about India vs Pakistan match in Narendra Modi stadium. [Dainik Jagran]
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– Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, Sachin will attend the match.
– Arjit Singh will perform on stage.
– There will be a colourful program ahead of the game. pic.twitter.com/U8H6UVz3W3
Acknowledging Key Contributions
Rizwan highlighted the significant roles played by his teammate, Abdullah Shafique. He scored 113 runs in the match and their partnership of 176 runs. Shafique’s performance, especially given the pressure of chasing a 345-run target. He earned praise for his ability to rise to the challenge. This partnership was instrumental in making the chase seem manageable.
Check Out: PM Modi Hails India's Record-Breaking Performance at Asian Games 2023Rizwan revealed an insightful aspect of their game plan during the mammoth chase. Given the nature of the pitch and the challenging target, the team decided to break down the chase into smaller milestones, focusing on setting a target for the final 20 overs. This approach proved effective as they managed to reach a target of 163 runs in the last 20 overs of the match. Shafique’s anchoring of the innings contributed significantly to the success of this strategy.
Sri Lanka’s Perspective
On the other side, Sri Lanka spinner Maheesh Theekshana shared his view on the game. He believed that his team fell short by 20 runs in the match and identified the final 10 overs as the turning point. Sri Lanka’s total of 344-9 was seen as a missed opportunity, with a few costly mistakes during their bowling execution. Theekshana acknowledged Pakistan’s clever use of slower balls in the final overs as a significant factor.
Shubman Gill’s Health Update
In a separate development, Shubman Gill’s health condition was addressed. After receiving treatment for dengue, Gill has been discharged from the hospital. His hospitalization was due to a drop in platelet count to 70,000, a concerning level for dengue patients. His participation in the upcoming IND vs PAK match remains uncertain. If not, then he would have to take the opportunity in further matches.
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Upcoming
Both team fans are waiting to see how IND vs PAK turns out on Saturday. Meanwhile, the cricketing world awaits updates on Shubman Gill’s recovery. Everyone hopes to witness his potential contribution in the knockout stages of the ICC World Cup 2023.
