Former India opener Gautam Gambhir said it was a massive surprise to see Rohit Sharma & Co. drop wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant for Dinesh Karthik in the high-profile clash against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2022 on Sunday.

'Hope it's not long-term': Gautam Gambhir on India's decision to drop Pant for Karthik against Pakistan

India and Pakistan locked horns with each other in the Asia Cup 2022 edition on Sunday (August 28), at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai -- the venue where both had last met during the 2021 T20 World Cup.

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2022 HIGHLIGHTS: Hardik, Jadeja propel India to thrilling 5-wicket win

Hardik Pandya emerged as the hero for India as Rohit Sharma & Co. defeated Pakistan by five wickets to get their Asia Cup 2022 campaign underway with a win. Pandya produced a brilliant all-round performance to help India restrict Pakistan on a total of 147 runs before chasing down the target with two balls to spare.

I have learnt from MS Dhoni: Hardik Pandya credits former India skipper after his stunning finish vs Pakistan

Team India superstar Virat Kohli won the hearts of many with his brilliant gesture for Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf after the blockbuster clash between the two sides in Asia Cup 2022 on Sunday (August 28).

Virat Kohli gifts signed jersey to Pakistan pacer, wins hearts with his heartwarming gesture - WATCH

Former India opener Gautam Gambhir has slammed senior batter Virat Kohli for his disappointing dismissal against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2022 on Sunday (August 28).

'It was a nothing shot': Gautam Gambhir slams Virat Kohli for his dismissal against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2022

Virat Kohli on Sunday (August 28) became the first-ever Indian cricketer to complete 100 matches in each format of the game. Kohli added another feat to his list of achievements as he reached the triple-figure mark in T20Is after taking the field against Pakistan in India's Asia Cup 2022 opener on Sunday (August 28).

Welcome to the club: Ross Taylor wishes Virat Kohli on completing 100th T20I, former India captain responds

India defeated Pakistan by 5 wickets in a last-over thriller to get their Asia Cup 2022 campaign underway with a win at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai.

'You can't have a spinner bowling..': Pakistan legend Wasim Akram points out Babar Azam's mistake vs India

Former India captain Virat Kohli lauded all-rounder Hardik Pandya after his match-winning heroics against Pakistan in the team's Asia Cup 2022 opener on Sunday (August 28).

'Champion': Virat Kohli hails Hardik Pandya after all-rounder's match-winning heroics against Pakistan

Hardik Pandya was the star performer for Team India when they opened their campaign in the Asia Cup 2022 edition, locking horns with Babar Azam's Pakistan at the Duvai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai on Sunday evening (August 28).

Asia Cup: Hardik's savage response to Dinesh Karthik in last-over of IND vs PAK thriller goes viral - watch

Virat Kohli's lean patch has been a huge concern for the Indian team with the T20 World Cup just a couple of months away. Kohli has been far from his best for the Indian team across formats for a while now and has struggled for consistency.

Virat Kohli is still one of the best: Babar Azam backs under-fire India superstar ahead of Asia Cup meeting

Mohammad Nabi-led Afghanistan outplayed Sri Lanka in all three departments of the game to register an eight-wicket victory in the opening game of the Asia Cup 2022 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

Afghanistan stun Sri Lanka, score easy 8-wicket win in Asia Cup opening clash

Pakistan brought an end to their losing streak against India in World Cup matches last year after thrashing the Men in Blue by ten wickets in the T20 World Cup 2021.

'India might be thinking of revenge': Pakistan head coach issues warning to Babar & Co. ahead of India clash

Team India Head Coach Rahul Dravid has reached Dubai for Asia Cup 2022 and has joined the team in the hotel after having tested negative for Covid-19, sources told ANI.

Asia Cup: Head coach Rahul Dravid tests negative for COVID-19, joins team ahead of India-Pakistan clash

Former Indian skipper Virat Kohli recently managed to etch his name in cricket folklore as he became the first Indian cricketer to make appearances in 100 matches in every single format of the sport, ODI, Test and T20.

India vs Pakistan: Virat Kohli becomes first Indian cricketer to play 100 matches in all three formats

India's Ravichandran Ashwin recently offered his take on Shaheen Afridi and his athletic prowess, claiming that he would fetch a hefty price if he participated in the IPL.

Ravichandran Ashwin claims Shaheen Afridi could have bagged a hefty '14-15 crore' contract in IPL

Virat Kohli is all set to become the first Indian to complete the milestone of playing 100 matches across all three formats of the game. While the former Indian captain has already played over 100 matches each in Tests and ODIs, he will make his 100th appearance for the Indian team in T20Is in the ongoing Asia Cup 2022 on Sunday (August 28).

WATCH: AB de Villiers sends heartfelt message to Virat Kohli ahead of former India captain's 100th T20I

India and Pakistan players have been spotted exchanging pleasantries and meeting each other with warmth ahead of the clash between the two sides in the ongoing Asia Cup 2022.

I was touched by the way Indian players met Shaheen Afridi, visuals were heartwarming: Babar Azam

The biggest rivalry in cricket is set to resume as India and Pakistan take on each other in the ongoing Asia Cup 2022. The arch-rivals will lock horns in their tournament opener at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai on August 28 (Sunday).

India vs Pakistan: A look at results of last five meetings between the arch-rivals in Asia Cup

Former India captain Virat Kohli has said he wants to make his team win at any cost even if it means he has to walk off the ground gasping for breath. A livewire on the pitch, Kohli never shies away from taking the attack to the opposition and his aggressive approach has often worked wonders for the batting maestro.

Want to make my team win at any cost, even if I am gasping for breathe when I walk off the field: Virat Kohli

Pakistan suffered a huge setback ahead of the start of the Asia Cup 2022 as fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi had to pull out of the tournament due to an injury. Afridi has been one of the vital cogs in the Pakistan bowling attack for a few years now and his absence will certainly hamper Pakistan's chances in the competition.

'We also don't have Jasprit Bumrah': Sourav Ganguly reacts to Shaheen Afridi's absence

The International Cricket Council on Saturday confirmed Disney Star will be the home of all ICC cricket in India for the next four years having won the TV and digital rights to both men`s and women`s global events through to the end of 2027.

Disney Hotstar confirmed as the home for ICC cricket as the platform bags a long-term deal for media rights

India's Rohit Sharma recently caught up with his Pakistani contemporary Babar Azam ahead of their high-octane match under the umbrella of the latest edition of the Asia Cup.

Rohit Sharma enjoys candid interaction with Babar Azam ahead of highly anticipated Asia Cup clash

Former Indian skipper Virat Kohli recently offered fans some insight into how issues with mentality forced him to take a big step back from cricket in the aftermath of the 2022 tour of England in July.

For the first time in 10 years, didn't touch the bat for a month: Virat Kohli on recent struggles

Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Neeraj Chopra for his triumph in the Diamond League, Lausanne Switzerland and praised the Tokyo Olympic gold medal winner for his perseverance and hard work.

'You are a star'- Sachin Tendulkar sends a heartfelt message to Neeraj Chopra for his recent triumph

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