Asia Cup 2023: Match 3, India vs Pakistan Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between IND vs PAK?

Match 3 of the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 will feature a much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy on Saturday, September 2. India and Pakistan share a long history of rivalry, and fans will be keen to see which side comes out on top in the crucial game.

Pakistan will be coming into the game on the back of a brilliant win against Nepal in the season opener of the Asia Cup 2023, where they dominated their opponents and won the game in thrilling fashion by 238 runs. On the other hand, this will be the first game for team India in the tournament, and they will look to get off to a positive start.

IND vs PAK Match Details:

Match: India vs Pakistan, Match 3, Asia Cup 2023

Venue: Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy

Date & Time: Saturday, September 2, 03:00 PM IST

Live Streaming Details: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar app and website

IND vs PAK Pitch Report:

The surface at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium is one that is heavily preferred by the batters. With little to offer for the bowlers, the batters will look to dominate the game throughout; a high-scoring affair could be expected on such a surface. Opting to bowl and chase the target could be a wise decision.

IND vs PAK Head-to-Head Record:

IND vs PAK Probable Playing XI

India (IND):

Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan (WK), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah

Pakistan (PAK): 

Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam (C), Imam-ul-Haq, Agha Salman, Shadab Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah

Probable Best Performers:

Probable Best Batter-

Virat Kohli (India):

India’s ace batter Virat Kohli would be expected to be the best batter in the side’s forthcoming game against Pakistan. The veteran has been in sensational form as of late, and he will look to perform to the best of his abilities in the much-anticipated clash against Pakistan as well

Probable Best Bowler-

Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan):

Pakistan’s Shaheen Afridi could be the best bowler in the side’s upcoming game against India. Afridi has a record of dismantling even the best batting attacks in world cricket, and if he performs to the peak of his abilities, he could make a big impact for Pakistan as well.

Today’s Match Prediction: India to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.