“Matches between Pakistan and India are always intense. It’s not just the people of both countries, but the whole world watches this game, which takes it to a completely different level and raises expectations from the players,” Babar said in a video statement.
He added, “I have been part of many such matches and have learned that the more composed you remain, and the more you focus on the game instead of external noise, the better you will perform.”
Babar acknowledged the excitement surrounding the fixture but emphasised that players benefit from staying tension-free.
“There is always a lot of energy in this match, but the more relaxed the players are, the better it is for them,” he said.
Rain to play spoilsport
Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Meteorological Department has predicted rainfall in Colombo on match day, adding a weather variable to the contest.
Cricket fans, however, remain hopeful for an exciting game on Sunday.