Waqar Younis, Wasim Akram share insights ahead of India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash

Former Pakistan pacers Waqar Younis and Wasim Akram have shared their predictions ahead of the highly anticipated match between Pakistan and India at the Nassau County International Stadium in New York.

Waqar analyzed the conditions and noted that the pitch in New York favors faster bowlers, which could even the odds between the two teams. 

"My heart says Pakistan but from what I’ve seen so far in this tournament the pitch in New York is very much for the faster bowlers. So, it evens it out a little bit just purely because of the surface in New York," Waqar said.

However, Wasim Akram leaned towards India as the stronger team, giving them a 60% chance of winning against Pakistan. He acknowledged India's overall form and status as favorites for the match. 

"If we look at India’s form, India generally are a better team. Better team in a way that they’re favourites heading into that game. I will give 60% to India and 40% to Pakistan. But, it’s T20I, one good innings, one good spell, the game can change quickly. I think everybody is looking forward to the game of the tournament," Wasim said.

It is worth noting that the Men in Green had a rough start to their T20 World Cup campaign, losing to the co-hosts in a super over. Meanwhile, the Indian team began their journey with a win against Ireland.