Published on: Feb 1, 2020 4:19 pm IST|Updated on: Feb 1, 2020 4:19 pm IST
Arch-rivals India and Pakistan face-off in the blockbuster semifinal 1 of U-19 World Cup 2020. Both the teams have entered the last 4 undefeated and bursting with confidence.
So far, India looks a well-rounded side with all bases covered. On the other hand, Pakistan have produced some top-notch individual performances. There is not much to separate the two sides at this moment.
Overall: India 4 – 5 Pakistan
In knockout stages: India 2 – 3 Pakistan
When and Where4 February at 1:30 PM IST Senwes Park, Potchefstroom
4 February at 1:30 PM IST Senwes Park, Potchefstroom
Trivia: For the 3rd consecutive Under 19 World Cup edition, three out of the four semi-finalists are from Asia.
India vs Pakistan contests are battle of nerves. Added pressure is what makes it an epic. To gain ground in such a high-octane clash, the first thing you need to do is keep the pressure at bay.
From the team’s perspective, India’s top-3 have looked solid and also the middle and lower-order have not had much opportunity to show what they can produce. India need to bat first and put a total in excess of 250. In the second phase, fast-bowlers need to bowl tight lines to set up the game before spinners to inflict the damage.
Tournament stats
Top run-getter for India: Yashasvi Jaiswal (207 runs)
Top run-getter for Pakistan: Mohammad Haris (110 runs)
Top wicket-taker for India: Ravi Bishnoi (11 wickets)
Top wicket-taker for Pakistan: Abbas Afridi (9 wickets)