IND vs PAK, Asia Cup 2023: Team India's Probable Playing XI For Marquee Clash

Skipper Rohit Sharma will open the innings as he has a stellar ODI record against Pakistan, averaging 51.43 in 16 matches with 720 runs.

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Shubman Gill has been India's most consistent ODI batter this year and will play his first international game against Pakistan.

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Virat Kohli is undoubtedly the kingpin of India's batting line-up and looms as the key wicket for Pakistan. The right-hander averages 48.73 in ODIs against Pakistan.

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Returning to the team and taking back the No.4 spot will be Shreyas Iyer. It will be interesting to see how he goes after a long-standing back injury.

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With KL Rahul yet to fully recover from his niggle, Ishan Kishan will take the keeping gloves and is likely to bat at No.5.

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All-rounder Hardik Pandya is India's trump card as he is a game-changer with both bat and ball. Pandya will come out to bat at No.6.

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Ravindra Jadeja is yet another player who can be a game-changer for India. Jadeja's fielding looms as an extremely crucial element for India in the tournament. He remains the perfect fit to bat at No.7.

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Kuldeep Yadav has once again asserted himself as the No. 1 spinner for India in limited-overs cricket. The left-arm wrist-spinner has also dismissed Babar Azam twice in 3 innings in ODIs.

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Jasprit Bumrah marked his return from injury during the T20I series against Ireland and rattled the Irishmen. He will return as India's spearhead.

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Mohammed Siraj led India's bowling unit in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah to significant effect. Hence, it wouldn't be a surprise if he shares the new ball with Bumrah.

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Mohammed Shami's place remains in slight doubt, given India will already play two specialist seamers. However, Shami's new-ball expertise and penchant for wicket-taking could see him keep his spot.

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