Saim Ayub says team’s ultimate goal is not just victory over India but lifting trophy: Head coach Mike Hesson describes Dubai wicket as favourable for batting
DUBAI:( The COW News Digital)-The much-anticipated Asia Cup clash between Pakistan and India will take place tonight in Dubai, with the first ball scheduled for 7:30 pm.
According to the TCND channel, excitement has reached fever pitch as fans scramble for tickets, and expectations from the Pakistan team are soaring.
Supporters are pinning hopes on memorable performances, whether from opener Sahibzada Farhan, young talent Hasan Nawaz, or dynamic batter Saim Ayub.
The players, fully aware of the spotlight, have been sharpening their preparations. Head coach Mike Hesson described the Dubai wicket as favourable for batting, raising prospects of a high-scoring contest.
Meanwhile, opener Saim Ayub voiced strong determination, declaring that the team’s ultimate goal is not just victory over India but lifting the Asia Cup trophy.
“We will play fearlessly against every side, including India,” he said. “The biggest challenge is to win matches for Pakistan.”
Off the field, however, controversy continues. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly decided against sending any top officials to Dubai for the match, with political tensions once again spilling into the sport.
Their absence has been linked to boycott calls in India, which critics say undermines the spirit of sportsmanship and the etiquette of hosting international cricket.
As the arch-rivals prepare to face off, millions of fans across the world will be glued to their screens, hoping for a night of unforgettable cricket.
