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Concerns surrounded India's batting lineup post-Rohit and Kohli, particularly regarding Suryakumar Yadav's role. However, the Asia Cup game against Pakistan revealed a flexible Indian team with a strategic approach, mirroring England's successful T20 World Cup model.

India face Pakistan in the Asia Cup without Kohli and Sharma, but a dominant win against UAE signalled their strength. Pakistan, despite a victory over Oman, showed vulnerabilities in their batting and spin attack. India, boasting a strong T20I record and recent form, enter as favourites amid a subdued build-up due to political tensions.