The excitement surrounding the upcoming summit clash is intense because of how the previous two matches between the sides unfolded. From India\u2019s handshake snub in the group stage game to Pakistan players\u2019 controversial gestures and celebrations in the Super 4s match, both teams were involved in considerable drama.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIndia look like the favourites to win the Asia Cup final against Pakistan because they\u2019ve shown great bowling performances, and their batting has also been going well. There\u2019s just one issue. If opener Abhishek Sharma is dismissed early, then there are chances of the middle order being exposed in the powerplay,\u201d Panesar told IANS.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThis can cause damage because Pakistan is a highly emotional team in any final, and they\u2019ll play rigorously. They\u2019ll need early wickets, and the fast bowling must be good in the powerplay,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Panesar, who has closely followed India-Pakistan encounters, stated that the Men in Blue have the advantage as they prepare for their match against arch-rivals Pakistan, eyeing their ninth Asia Cup title.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"However, the Indian team appears very strong, and I believe India will win. If they bat well in the powerplay and keep their wickets safe, they\u2019re most likely to win,\u201d Panesar said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Panesar, who has closely followed India-Pakistan encounters, stated that the Men in Blue have the advantage as they prepare for their match against arch-rivals Pakistan, eyeing their ninth Asia Cup title.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Both teams head into the final with a win from their previous encounters and will be hungry for a win in the ultimate showdown.<\/p>\r\n\r\n