Dubai, Sept. 13 -- Young swashbuckler Saim Ayub stated that Pakistan will try to play "fearless cricket" against their arch-rival India in the high-profile clash at the Asia Cup on Sunday.

While admitting that facing the 'world's best', Jasprit Bumrah and the rest of the Indian bowling unit, remains a "challenge", Ayub hinted that Pakistan could counterattack the challenge by going with a spin-laden XI.

Since Mike Hesson assumed the head coach role in May, Pakistan has drifted away from its orthodox batting stars, Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan's fiefdom. The 'Men in Green' have infused young blood who thrive on belligerent strokeplay. Pakistan has embraced the intrepid style of play that aligns with the demands of the T20 format.

Ayub...