The stage is set for another India versus Pakistan as the two teams are set to lock horns in the summit clash of the Men’s Asia Cup 2025, scheduled to be played on Sunday, September 28 at the Dubai International
Cricket Stadium in Dubai. While the Men in Blue will come into the game unbeaten so far, Pakistan on the other hand have only lost two game, both of which came against India.
As the two teams set their eyes on the title triumph, Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson opened up on the strategy and the conversation the team has been having. Notably, the Men in Green will hope to put all things right on the field as they take on India in the finale of Asia Cup for the first time in 41 years.
Focus on cricket and put India under pressure for longer: Mike Hesson
Speaking at the press conference, Hesson was asked what is their strategy to beat India in the final. The former cricket responded while recalling the past two games, stating, “I think the way we played against India in the last match was a huge step up from the first game. The first game was a bit passive, we allowed India to control the game. The last match we had that game by the scruff of the neck for long periods and it took an exceptional innings from Abhishek Sharma that took the game away from us.”
While asked of the message, he responded, "Look, my message to the players is just focus on cricket and that certainly we will be doing. In terms of gestures there has always been passion in terms of high-pressure games.” “We have to be good enough to put India under pressure for longer because there is a reason why they are ranked the top side in the world. We have to put them under pressure and that will be our challenge," he further added.
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Speaking of India - Pakistan rivalry, the Men in Blue have been clear favourites as they have won 11 off the 15 matches, whereas Pakistan have come out victorious only thrice. One game has been drawn so far.
