Dubai, Sept. 8 -- UAE batter Alishan Sharafu acknowledged the quality of India's players ahead of their Asia Cup opener, highlighting match-winners like Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya who can turn the game around single-handedly.

He expressed excitement about playing against them, hoping to challenge them on the field.

While speaking to ANI, Sharafu said, "I think they are all quality players. If we have to take some names, like I said, Jasprit Bumrah or someone like Hardik Pandya. These guys are match winners and they can change the game on their own. I'm quite excited to go out there and have that experience of playing against them. Hopefully, we can give them a tough time."

India and the UAE, placed in Group A, will square off on ...