Pakistan's wicketkeeper batter Mohammad Rizwan is gearing up to face Jasprit Bumrah-led Indian bowling attack as he opened up on Saturday saying that we have plans for them.
Rizwan, 31, discussed how Pakistan became the number-one one-day internationals (ODI) team in the world.
"Our fast bowlers have played a crucial role in taking us to the No.1 spot. And the three fast bowlers we are talking about, they are not just going to pose difficulty for the Indian top-order but for every team. They are gifted bowlers. And if you look at our bench strength, that is also very good and that is why we have risen to the top," he said.
He also recalled Pakistan's group-stage encounter against India where Pakistani batters did not get to play a single ball as the match was abandoned by rain.
"Their batters also haven't faced our bowlers a lot. They lost early wickets but they put close to 270 on the board. Similarly, we will also have plans when their bowlers will come up against us.
"India have a good bowling attack, some of the world's best who will obviously challenge us. But as professionals, we should be ready with the answers," Rizwan added.
The 31-year-old also shed light on the expectations of the fans from both sides.
"Pakistanis want us to win and Indians want us to lose. This is natural. This is just the love for the respective countries. As far as we are concerned, we have put in a lot of hard work for the last couple of years. The result is showing now. We will give our best on Sunday."
It must be noted that the highly-anticipated match between arch-rivals India and Pakistan on Sunday is likely to be affected by rain.
While this will be India's first Super Four encounter in the Asia Cup 2023, the Men in Green will look forward to continuing their excellent form after beating Bangladesh by seven wickets on Wednesday.
According to The Weather Channel, thunderstorms are expected daily in Colombo till September 17.
