Pakistan cricket coach Hesson has high hopes for young team at the Asian Games
Pakistan's cricket coach Mike Hesson expressed high hopes for his young team at the Asian Games, aiming to challenge India in the medal game despite India being the benchmark in white-ball cricket. Pakistan is fielding a second-string team and made a last-minute squad change due to injury.
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This article highlights the intense rivalry and competitive spirit in cricket between India and Pakistan, even when teams are not at full strength. It underscores the strategic decisions made by national teams for multi-sport events and the ongoing pursuit of excellence in the sport.
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan's all-format coach Mike Hesson hopes his young team could put India under pressure if they face off in the medal game of men's T20 cricket event at the Asian Games.
India has won its last six games against Pakistan in the shortest format of the game, including three at last year's Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates.
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