India haven't prepared any differently for Pakistan than they would for any other match, but are certainly respectful of people's sentiments. So said Ryan ten Doeschate , India's assistant coach, ahead of Sunday's Asia Cup fixture in Dubai.

"It's a very sensitive issue and I've got no doubt the players share the compassion and feeling of the vast majority of the Indian public," ten Doeschate explained. "The Asia Cup was in limbo for a long period of time and we were just waiting. We didn't think we were going to be coming at one stage.

"You know what the Indian government's stance is and now the team and particularly the players, you have to put those sentiments and the emotions behind. That's something we addressed in the team meeting today.

"We're aware of people's feelings, at

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