T20 World Cup: Salman Agha Dismisses Abhishek Sharma in First Over, Ind vs Pak Live Score

As India faces Pakistan in the T20 World Cup at Colombo, the focus is on how the Indian team will navigate Pakistan’s formidable spin and pace attack. Notably, Pakistan’s bowling lineup includes five specialists in spin, augmenting the challenge they pose. However, India’s performance against left-arm pace has been stellar, creating optimism for their game.

T20 World Cup Insights

Pakistan’s bowling unit features several key players, including left-arm quick Shaheen Shah Afridi and Salman Mirza. Afridi has claimed two wickets in the tournament, while Mirza delivered a commendable performance against the Netherlands, finishing with figures of 3 for 24.

Powerplay Performance

During the powerplay, both Afridi and Mirza have managed to restrict opposing teams effectively. In their matches against the Netherlands and USA, the teams scored 50 runs each in the powerplay phase.

• Against the Netherlands:
  • Took two wickets
  • Mirza: 1 wicket for 21 runs in 3 overs
  • Afridi: 23 runs in 2 overs
• Against the USA:
  • No contribution from Mirza
  • Afridi: 17 runs in 2 overs
  • USA finished at 50/1

India’s Dominance Over Left-arm Pace

India’s batting lineup demonstrated impressive capability against left-arm pace in their opener against the USA. Saurabh Netrawalkar struggled, conceding 23 runs in his two overs. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav later capitalized, making Netrawalkar’s overall figures a staggering 65 runs in four overs.

In the subsequent match against Namibia, India continued their offensive strategy, targeting left-arm pacers Ruben Trumpelmann and JJ Smit. The duo collectively faced 61 runs in their powerplay overs.

Statistics Against Left-arm Pacers

In total, India amassed 88 runs against Namibia’s left-arm bowlers during their eight overs, accentuating their prowess in handling such bowlers effectively. As the match against Pakistan unfolds, all eyes will be on how India manages this crucial aspect of their game.