SaralnamaCan India's youngsters handle pressure against Pakistan without Rohit and Kohli? India faces Pakistan on at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the Asia Cup. For the first time in over a decade, India plays without Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in a major tournament. New coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav lead a young team that has won 16 of 20 T20Is since 2024. The team's IPL experience may help them deal with pressure. India's fearless approach could be key to success. However, some fans call for a boycott after the Pahalgam terror attack. The match tests India's new generation against their rivals. (Updated 13 Sep 2025, 22:17 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Can India's youngsters handle pressure against Pakistan without Rohit and Kohli
- India faces Pakistan on at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the Asia Cup
- For the first time in over a decade, India plays without Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in a major tournament