A blockbuster rematch is on the cards when India and Pakistan lock horns in the Super Four stage of Asia Cup 2023 on September 10. The contest turned out to be quite an interesting one with India managing 266 on a tough track, after their top-order was blown away by Pakistan's fast bowling attack. It was Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya's rescue act that steered the Men in Blue out of trouble after they were reduced to 66/4 at one stage. The match faces a threat of being interrupted by rain in Colombo but fans need not worry as the Asian Cricket Council has assigned September 11 as the reserve day for this contest, in case the match is not able to be completed on September 10. IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2023 Super Four Preview: Likely Playing XIs, Key Battles, Head-to-Head and More You Need to Know About India vs Pakistan Cricket Match in Colombo.
The Rohit Sharma-led outfit will look to have a better show with the bat in hand after they failed to impress the first time. Pakistan on the other hand, would believe that they have momentum on their side, having produced some solid performances so far in the competition. While Pakistan look a formidable outfit in the competition, the Indian batting came good against inexperienced Nepal where both Rohit and Shubman Gill showcased their wide range of shots. So how will the weather be in Colombo for this Super Four clash? Let us take a look at it. India Likely Playing XI vs Pakistan in Asia Cup 2023 Super Four: KL Rahul to Make Comeback? Check Predicted Indian 11 for Cricket Match in Colombo.
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R Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch is said to be spin-friendly with fast bowlers finding some initial support. Spin bowlers will also find grip and turn from this pitch. Batters on the other hand, would aim to make the most of the quick outfield to score as many runs as possible in the first powerplay. The team that wins the toss might look to bowl first with there being a rain threat looming on this match.
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