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Saim Ayub's batting slump continued with his fourth duck in five innings during the Asia Cup Super Four match against Bangladesh, prompting criticism from Waqar Younis. Despite his six wickets, Younis suggested benching Ayub to protect the young talent and allow him to regain his batting form. Ayub's struggles highlight the challenge of balancing talent development with immediate team needs.

India-Pakistan clashes are never for the faint-hearted. Every duel on the field is a battle within a battle, but on paper it looks like one-way traffic, with India clearly going in as favourites. Will Salman Ali Agha-led cricket's perpetual "cornered" tigers turn the tables around? Brace yourself for another epic spectacle at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.