Picture Credit: X

Picture Credit: X

Is the keenly anticipated and rapidly evolving India Pakistan T20 World Cup contest to put pressure, or at least, of some kind to India whilst Pakistan are supposedly (or maybe) less tense about the same? Or at least, so it seems! What is the entire matter and where is this sense emanating from at this moment?

In order to understand the same we need to delve into the situation that proceeds the mother of all cricketing battles in the current ICC T20 World Cup format, currently taking shape in the beating heart of the Indian subcontinent. Here’s the context and this may make it easy for fans to gather:

India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has acknowledged the uphill task awaiting his side in Colombo, admitting that Pakistan’s extended stay in Sri Lanka could prove significant.

Speaking ahead of the much-anticipated encounter, ten Doeschate said:

“It’s going to be a challenge going to Colombo where Pakistan have been for the last two weeks.” Familiar Conditions, Clear Advantage

Pakistan’s two-week presence in Colombo has allowed them to acclimatise to local conditions — from pitch behaviour to humidity and weather patterns. Subcontinental surfaces can change rapidly, and familiarity often becomes a decisive edge in high-stakes games.

Ten Doeschate’s remark reflects a realistic assessment rather than concern. Teams that spend more time adjusting to conditions often gain sharper match awareness — especially in spin-friendly environments like Colombo.

India’s Preparation

While Pakistan may hold the advantage of extended preparation on Sri Lankan soil, India’s management remains confident in their squad depth and adaptability.

The coaching group has reportedly intensified practice sessions, focusing on reading conditions quickly and adjusting strategies accordingly.

At the end of the day, you would as fins think and can’t be doubted for thinking so that when a senior figure connected to the team feels about such an advantageous situation sitting well into the hands of the Pakistan team, then no matter how strong a team India field, there’s some leeway that their opponents are to get courtesy some luck or situational awareness