Asia Cup 2025: Kuldeep Yadav Warns of Shaheen Afridi Threat
As the Super Four of the Asia Cup 2025 nears, there is an ensuing buildup to the blockbuster match between India and Pakistan, which will be played in Dubai on September 21. The two groups have already secured their place in Group A, and now the action is on Sunday. However, the battle is high stakes, and it may determine the remainder of the tournament.
In an interview at a news conference, Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav identified Pakistan bowler Shaheen Afridi as the bowler to watch. You know Shaheen is in excellent form, and you make a slip, it costs you, Yadav said. His remarks emphasise that Afridi’s ability to take wickets has been critical to Pakistan, particularly when using the new ball.
The two groups have already played each other once in the group stage, and India comfortably beat Pakistan by seven wickets after easily completing a seven-wicket chase against a small Pakistani 128-run target. Yadav, however, feels that the Super Four contest will be a new challenge, and he points out that both teams will go to the field with new motivation.
In Group B, Sri Lanka had the upper hand with three consecutive victories, and Bangladesh also advanced, although their net run rate was negative. The Super Four model now stages the Asian cricketing giants against each other in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, creating a platform for several exciting encounters.
The conflict on Sunday is not a mere matter of another game; it is covered with the baggage of history. The previous handshake scandal between the two camps also contributed to the barb in the match, although ICC referee Andy Pycroft has already apologised for his dangerous management of the event.
India is eager to continue its winning streak, whereas Pakistan will depend on Afridi and their breakneck attack to make a mark. Form, fitness, and strategy are all the focus of attention, so this competition is going to be among the highlights of the Asia Cup 2025.
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