India faces Pakistan in the Women’s World Cup, where they are overwhelming favourites. While India looks to boost their net run rate, Pakistan must overcome their batting struggles. A tense political backdrop adds extra significance to the contest

Colombo: A battle high on emotional quotient and less on cricketing acumen will see India as overwhelming favourites against a dishevelled Pakistan trying to find balance and rhythm in a Women’s World Cup game, amid continuing geopolitical tensions between the two bitter neighbours.

After three Sundays of India-Pakistan men’s Asia Cup matches, it’s time for the women to take centre stage, though the record suggests little suspense about the outcome.

India and Pakistan have played 27 times in women’s internationals across formats. India hold a

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