IND vs PAK T20 World Cup Live Score: 'Psychological edge already ours'

Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez believes the buzz surrounding spinner
Usman Tariq could give his team a mental edge over India ahead of their T 20
World Cup clash in Colombo on Sunday. Tariq's unconventional bowling has
sparked widespread debate, with some fans even questioning the legality of his
action. Hafeez, however, framed this attention as a strategic benefit, claiming it
has unsettled the Indian side.

"From a cricketing perspective, the hype around Usman Tariq is already a
psychological victory for us. Right now, no one is talking about Babar Azam or
anyone else. The focus is entirely on Tariq. He's played just one or two matches for
Pakistan, yet imagine the panic he's causing in the Indian camp. They are
specifically practicing against him in their sessions," Hafeez told Tapmad.
He added, "How often do you see this much discussion about a single player? The
media, fans, and the world are thinking not just about the match result, but about
what Usman Tariq might do tomorrow."

Hafeez praised Tariq's temperament, insisting the 28-year-old has the ability to
turn games on his own. He advised Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha to deploy
Tariq aggressively, warning that defensive use would limit his impact.

IND vs PAK T 20 World Cup Live Score: India, Pakistan to skip handshake
today
India and Pakistan will not engage in handshakes during their T 20 World Cup
encounter, sources told news agency PTI.
The decision comes amid heightened tensions and follows recent instances where
players from both sides avoided the customary pre- and post-match greetings.
While no official statement has been issued by either cricket board, it is
understood that the teams will maintain distance during the high-profile clash.