Pakistan's Haris Rauf: India Fixture is a Do-or-Die Game

Pakistan's Morale Remains Upbeat Ahead of Must-Win Game

Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf has emphasized the importance of their upcoming fixture against India in the Champions Trophy. The team is facing a must-win game at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (February 23) and Rauf believes that they can draw inspiration from their previous victories against India at the venue.

Past Performances to Guide Pakistan

Pakistan has beaten India twice at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, once in the T20 World Cup and another in the Super Four Asia Cup. Rauf is confident that they can repeat those performances and make it three wins in a row.

India's Edge in ODIs

However, India holds the edge over Pakistan in ODIs across all ICC events. Rauf understands the magnitude of the contest and the importance of winning the game to stand a chance of qualifying for the semifinals.

No Extra Pressure for Pakistan

Rauf believes that there is no extra pressure on the team and they will treat the game as just another match. He also clarified that there is nothing wrong with his fitness and he is ready to perform.

Assessing the Pitch and Planning

Rauf emphasized the importance of assessing the pitch and planning accordingly for each batsman. He also debunked the claim that fielding tactics and coaching were not up to the mark, which reportedly led to Saim and Fakhar getting injured while fielding.

Injuries are Unavoidable

Rauf believes that injuries can happen at any time and the team should not focus on those things or blame the coaching methods. He also expressed hope that everyone will get to see a great game.