IND vs PAK Asia Cup: Ex-Pakistan captain explains what killed the buzz around the marquee clash – ‘There is no hype’ | Cricket News

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has claimed that India’s resolution to face Pakistan in the Asia Cup with out resistance has “killed the hype” of the a lot-anticipated clash, scheduled for Sunday in Dubai.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!As per the Union Sports Ministry’s notification, India is allowed to play Pakistan in worldwide or multilateral tournaments, however not in bilateral collection. The BCCI’s participation in the Asia Cup, an eight-staff occasion, is due to this fact in step with authorities coverage.

Yet Latif believes that the absence of obstacles has dulled anticipation. “I’m surprised to know that this time, India agreed to play Pakistan very easily and that’s why there is no hype around the match,” Latif instructed IANS. “Things get hyped when it is censored or there is any hurdle. The tickets are still selling in Dubai and this is the first time.”

The 56-12 months-outdated additionally pointed to hovering ticket costs as another excuse for the subdued construct-up. “Otherwise, wherever they play, be it in Centurion, Sydney or in Chennai, it is houseful every time. The people will surely come and it will be a packed house. The ticket prices are also very high. However, the match will get hype from tomorrow, and it will be a good contest,” he added.India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, opened their marketing campaign with a crushing 9-wicket win over UAE, whereas Pakistan will face Oman on Friday earlier than the marquee clash.India’s 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev urged followers to maintain politics out of sport. “Just go and win. Those whose job is to play should just focus on playing — there’s no need to say anything else. The government will do its job, and the players should do theirs,” Kapil had mentioned earlier in the day.