Haris Rauf Drops Controversial Statement Before Asia Cup India-Pakistan Blockbuster
Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf has stirred the build-up to the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 clash, predicting “both wins are ours” ahead of the September 14 showdown in Dubai.
The countdown to the Asia Cup 2025 is in full swing, and with it comes the buzz around the most-anticipated fixture of the tournament, India vs Pakistan on September 14 in Dubai.
The political heat between the two countries has only added spice to the contest, but on the cricketing front, excitement is soaring.
Both teams have named their squads, training is underway, and the clash is being billed as the one match no fan would want to miss.
If all goes as expected, India and Pakistan may even lock horns twice in the tournament, once in the group stage and potentially again in the Super Four.
Ahead of the high-octane battle, Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf made a bold statement while interacting with a fan during training before the tri-series against Afghanistan and UAE.
When asked about the India games, Rauf smiled and responded: “Dono apne hai, inshallah”, loosely translated to “both wins are ours, god willing.”
The comment has already lit up discussions online, with many reading it as Pakistan’s firm belief in their chances. After all, their last Asia Cup win against India came in 2022 during the T20 Super Four stage.
However, India hold the recent edge, having defeated Pakistan in the T20 World Cups of 2022 and 2024.
The build-up to this clash carries extra tension given the backdrop of the Pahalgam terror attacks earlier this year and India’s military response via Operation Sindoor.
Political relations remain icy, and with bilateral cricket frozen since 2013, the Asia Cup in the UAE offers the rare chance for these old foes to meet on neutral turf.
