Pakistan captain Babar Azam addressed a press conference on Friday, expressing confidence in his team's ability to perform well in the high-stakes match scheduled for Saturday in Ahmedabad, India, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
The captain highlighted the importance of fielding in winning the tournament. He mentioned that they have worked on improving their fielding and have communicated the same to the players. He believes that better fielding can significantly enhance their chances of winning.
Azam also addressed the issue of playing in a big stadium, stating that the players do not feel pressured by it. Instead, they view it as an opportunity to play well in front of their fans and become heroes.
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Discussing the upcoming match, Azam pointed out that both sides always strive to do better when they face each other. He stressed the importance of not succumbing to pressure and focusing on delivering their best performance.
The captain also humorously mentioned the numerous phone calls he has been receiving for match tickets, indicating the high level of interest and excitement surrounding the match.
Azam further discussed his personal performance in the tournament so far. Despite not being able to perform up to expectations in the first two matches, he expressed hope for improvement in his performance against India.
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He expressed hope for support from fans at the stadium in Ahmedabad. He mentioned that they received support in Hyderabad and are hopeful for a similar experience in Ahmedabad.
Babar Azam expressed confidence in his team's ability to perform well against India. He emphasised that past performances do not dictate future outcomes and expressed hope for a victory against India.