IND vs PAK: Kuldeep Yadav Throws Immense Challenge To Babar Azam Ahead Of Ahmedabad World Cup Clash

Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav said that he is excited to face Babar Azam in the IND vs PAK encounter of the ICC World Cup 2023. Kuldeep Yadav also praised Babar Azam by calling him one of the best batters in the world.

Kuldeep Yadav dismissed Babar Azam in the previous ODI World Cup 2019 with what can be dubbed as his one of the best deliveries. Hence, he shares a history with the Pakistan captain and will look to outplay him once again when he faces him in Ahmedabad.

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Excited To Face Babar Azam: Kuldeep Yadav

While speaking in a Star Sports video, Kuldeep Yadav said that Babar Azam is among the best batters in the world and he is excited to face him.

“I like Babar Azam’s batting. He bats very calmly. He plays beautifully against the Pacers. He is a class player and among the best batters in the world. I am excited to face him in Ahmedabad”, the left-arm spinner said. Have a look at the video below.

"Mujhe bohut pasand hai batting unki”#KuldeepYadav appreciates @babarazam258's class, but he'll be raring to get the stylish #Pakistan batter out with another ripper à la #CWC19 ?️#8KaWait is ON!
Tune-in to #INDvPAK in #WorldCupOnStar
Today, 12:30 PM | Star Sports Network pic.twitter.com/UdYTG6sgWY

— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) October 14, 2023

India vs Pakistan encounter of ICC World Cup 2023 takes place on Saturday, October 14. The venue of the encounter is Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. India and Pakistan have won both of their previous games in the tournament.

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Babar Azam has struggled to score runs in ICC World Cup 2023 so far. The right-handed batsman has hit just 33 runs across 2 matches in the tournament.

Kuldeep Yadav has hunted 3 wickets in 2 games so far at an economy of 4.10. Notably, in the previous clash against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2023, Yadav hunted a five-wicket haul.

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Meanwhile, Pakistan crushed the Netherlands and Sri Lanka in their two games in ICC World Cup 2023. India vanquished Australia and Afghanistan in their first two matches.