India, Pakistan will be playing the most anticipated match of the world cup on Fathers day i.e coming Sunday June-16. With recent unrest between both countries due to political differences makes this contest a must watch for cricket lovers around the world.
who is winning Head to Head battle ?
The match will be played at Manchester Stadium. Manchester is known for its famous derby, the great neighborhood rivalry in the soccer world i.e Manchester City vs Manchester United. Cricket Fans across the world are expecting INDIA Vs PAKISTAN will produce the same excitement and drama as Manchester derby.
The overall ODI head to head battle record is in favor of Pakistan 73 to 54. But at World cup India leading 6 to 0, which is definitely not a good sign for Pakistan fans. In Major ICC events numbers are in favor of India 13 to 3. (stats courtesy of ESPNCRICINFO.com )
Can Rain play spoiler?
By looking at recent performances and team depth chart, India is a favorite to win this contest. But unfortunately, the weather forecast for this mega contest is not good. Light rain is forecasted for Sunday. India’s last match against New Zealand also called off due to rain without playing a single ball and both sides were awarded a point. India and New Zeland are the only teams unbeaten in the tournament so far. Pakistan lost its last match against Australia. It will be a shame on ICC and a big disappointment for fans if the rain plays spoiler here.
Key Players
India: Rohit Sharma will be key to Indian batting to put up fighting total. Jasprit Bumrah will be key in bowling, early wickets will put pressure on Pakistan batting order.
Pakistan: Mohammad Hafeez is a veteran batsman and he has to perform well for any decent total. Mohammad Amir is a leading wicket-taker in this World Cup so far And once again he will be key with the ball. He always bowled well against the Indian batting order.
what happened when both sides met in the 2015 world cup?
Today morning BCCI posted highlights of the 2015 World Cup tie between these two sides on its official Twitter handle.
Buildup to match and fans reaction from social media.
Ex-Players and fans are gearing up for this mega contest and they are taking social media to express their views and opinions. Fans from both countries trolling each other on twitter.Few of those put together for our readers below.
TV Ad trolling from both the countries.
Hear from Biggest Cricket fan from both the countries
Yuvraj Singh joins the fun and trolling reply from Pakistan supporter
