The marquee game between the traditional rivals is scheduled here on Sunday. “If you look at our batting line-up, everyone is capable of going in at any number and finish the match

While Pakistan have traditionally held the upper hand in Tests and ODIs, India have asserted dominance in T20 Internationals. Out of 13 T20Is played between the arch-rivals since their first encounter in the 2007 T20 World Cup, India have emerged triumphant on nine occasions, with Pakistan winning just three

Before the tournament began, there was considerable uncertainty over whether Samson would make the playing XI, particularly with Jitesh Sharma also vying for the wicketkeeping role. Jitesh’s profile as a lower-order finisher made him an attractive pick, especially if the team wanted more flexibility

Without these two stars, the side will heavily rely on Saim Ayub. The left-hander has been showing positive signs in the T20I format. On the other hand, with just the experience of 14 matches in the format, skipper Salman Ali Agha could not be considered under the category of veterans for the side

Rashid Latif said that India has a player such as Hardik Pandya who can change the course of the game at any point in the match. The 56-year-old also gave special mentions to other players for bringing balance to the team

India, meanwhile, have surprised many with their team selection. Contrary to training ground whispers, Sanju Samson has been chosen over Jitesh Sharma as the wicketkeeper, though his batting role has been pushed down the order

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Jasprit Bumrah left the field shortly after taking the second new ball towards the close of the second session, just after Bumrah bowled the 92nd over. Having delivered only a single over with the second new ball, the right-arm pacer made his way back to the dressing room

Resuming on 225 for two in the morning, Root and Ollie Pope picked up from where they left off, showing complete command over the Indian attack. The pair added 107 runs in a wicketless first session, taking England to 332 for two at lunch. The Indian bowlers, inconsistent and lacking intensity, allowed both batsmen to score freely