ICC World Cup 2019: India vs Pakistan, Old Trafford, Manchester – Match Prediction

All eyes are set for the Manchester clash which is considered as the mother of all battles. And, as the ICC World Cup 2019 is taking place in England and Wales, the rain threat is also looming large for India vs Pakistan game. Things have turned out to be predictably unpredictable with already four matches being washed out. Ahead of the match prediction, there is a lot to discuss about the rituals ahead of the India vs Pakistan clash at the Old Trafford.

With news anchors speaking at the top of their voices, first and foremost thing is to be seen that could Pakistan take World Cup revenge against World No.2 ranked ICC’s ODI team. Or would the Men in Blue make it another cakewalk at the quadrennial event? So far, the story has been monotonous with India enjoying the merry run.

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Now, we are less than 20 hours away from India-Pakistan contest, which will get underway at 3:00 PM IST on Sunday (June 16).

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ICC World Cup 2019: India vs Pakistan, Old Trafford, Manchester –

India has a dominant batting line-up:

Despite Shikhar Dhawan suffering from a hairline fracture on left thumb, India will be keen to see KL Rahul making most of the opportunity alongside seasoned campaigner, Rohit Sharma.

Also, Virat Kohli adds to strength at the top. He will be a key for the Men in Blue against Pakistan bowling attack. His burgeoning runs has made things easy-peasy for India.

Furthermore, Team India will revolve around MS Dhoni as Hardik Pandya will go after the spin ploy.

Pakistan seeks 2017 ICC Champions Trophy Inspiration:

Sarfraz Ahmed-led side will be aiming to give their best performance against arch-rivals India. Following a repeated mistake against Australia in Taunton, unpredictable Pakistan will be keen to avoid glaring errors which eventually cost them a game at the hands of the Kangaroos by 41 runs.

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Also, the Men in Green are ready to face the world’s top-class bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, who could change the game with his precision and remarkable show. In between, Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav will be a serious headache for the opposition.

Practically, Pakistan would want to give their best against India. The Kohli-led side has had made a resounding start to the World Cup with two wins to their kitty.

ICC World Cup 2019: India vs Pakistan, Old Trafford – Match Prediction:

India will undoubtedly proceed as favourites against Pakistan as their controlled aggression has always brought Pakistan to its knees. But, on the other side, you never know which Pakistan will turn up on their day.

They’re best at shocking opponents but equally worst at stunning themselves. It’s their unpredictability which has stunned distinct teams in a nutshell.

Meanwhile, India has been thoroughly consistent, which further makes them a threat for already struggling Pakistan.

Pakistan might be aiming to turn the tables, but it won’t be easy against dominating India.

Overall, if inclement weather will surrender before the high-octane clash, the team batting first could post anything beyond 290. With Old Trafford surface fresh indeed for a cause, bowlers could equally get benefitted.

All in all, India may highly-likely cross the line.