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The collage of picture shows India’s opening batter Abhishek Sharma and Pakistan’s spinner Sufyan Moqim. \u2014 X<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

DUBAI: The stage is set for another blockbuster clash as Pakistan and India face off this Sunday at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium.<\/p>\n

This historic rivalry, steeped in drama and unforgettable moments, promises fans yet another thrilling spectacle.<\/p>\n

India holds a dominant edge in T20Is, winning 10 out of 13 clashes against Pakistan.<\/p>\n

Their most recent meeting came during the 2024 T20 World Cup in New York, where Rohit Sharma’s men edged past Babar Azam\u2019s side in a low-scoring thriller.<\/p>\n

Cricket lovers now eagerly await mouth-watering matchups: Fakhar Zaman\u2019s fearless batting against Jasprit Bumrah’s fiery pace, Abrar Ahmed\u2019s crafty spin versus Shubman Gill’s elegance, and young Sufyan Moqim’s guile against the explosive Abhishek Sharma.<\/p>\n

Sufyan’s dominance or Abhishek\u2019s redemption<\/span><\/h2>\n

The stage is set for one of the most thrilling rivalries in recent Asia Cup history \u2014 spinner Sufyan versus top-order batter Abhishek Sharma.<\/p>\n

Their fiery battle first ignited in the Emerging Asia Cup 2023 final, when Sufiyan dismissed Abhishek after he had scored 61 during India\u2019s failed chase of Pakistan\u2019s mammoth 353-run total.<\/p>\n

A year later, sparks flew again in the ACC Emerging Asia T20 Cup, where Sufiyan once more got the better of the opener. This time, a silent sendoff quickly turned into a heated verbal spat, adding extra fuel to the fire, even though India eventually claimed victory.<\/p>\n

Now, with two explosive clashes already in the books, fans are bracing for the third straight showdown. Will Sufiyan tighten his grip on the rivalry, or will Abhishek finally turn the tables?<\/p>\n

Fakhar Zaman’s flair or Jasprit Bumrah’s fire<\/span><\/h2>\n

The rivalry takes us back to the unforgettable 2017 Champions Trophy final, when Jasprit Bumrah’s no-ball handed Pakistan a golden lifeline \u2014 and Fakhar Zaman turned it into history with a match-winning century, sealing Pakistan\u2019s first ICC title since the 2009 T20 World Cup.<\/p>\n

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The collage of picture shows Pakistan’s opening batter Fakhar Zaman (Left) and Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah. \u2014 AFP\/File<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Since then, Bumrah has struggled to dismiss Fakhar on the big stage, adding an extra spark every time these two clash. And now, with another showdown set for Sunday, fans can’t wait for this electrifying face-off.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the left-handed Pakistani batter has played four T20I matches against the men in blue and scored just 38 runs at a strike rate of 118.75.<\/p>\n

Abrar Ahmed’s magic or Shubman Gill’s grit<\/span><\/h2>\n

Fans are buzzing with excitement for another electrifying showdown\u2014Abrar Ahmed vs Shubman Gill.<\/p>\n

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Abrar Ahmed of Pakistan celebrates the wicket of Shubman Gill of India during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match between Pakistan and India at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on February 23, 2025 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. \u2014 ICC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

During the 2025 Champions Trophy, India\u2019s vice-captain had no answers to Abrar\u2019s spin magic, even though the Green Shirts couldn\u2019t clinch victory.<\/p>\n

Now, as both fresh squads lock horns this Sunday, the big question looms: Can Abrar weave his magic again, not just against Gill but also India\u2019s power-packed batting lineup that often falters against spin?<\/p>\n

Despite not having featured against Pakistan in the T20I format, Gill’s ODI record against them stands out. He has played four matches, scoring a total of 130 runs at an average of 32.50 and a strike rate of 88.44.<\/p>\n

His highest score of 58 came in these encounters, highlighting his ability to contribute solid runs against Pakistan.<\/p>\n

Haris Rauf’s pace or SKY’s flair<\/span><\/h2>\n

One battle that promises fireworks is the face-off between Pakistan\u2019s fiery pacer Haris Rauf and India\u2019s skipper Suryakumar Yadav.<\/p>\n

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The collage of photos shows Pakistan’s pacer Haris Rauf (Left) and Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav. \u2014 ICC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

History tilts in Rauf\u2019s favour \u2014 he\u2019s already sent Yadav packing twice in T20Is.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, SKY\u2019s numbers against Pakistan tell their own story: just 64 runs in five matches at a modest strike rate of 118.51. <\/p>\n

The big question now \u2014 can Rauf once again rattle India\u2019s captain and keep this electrifying rivalry alive?<\/p>\n

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\n Originally published in Geo Super<\/a>
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