Noida, Sept. 27 -- India's 1983 World Cup-winning player Madan Lal has handpicked "match-winner" Abhishek Sharma and vice-captain Shubman Gill as the "important" link in skipper Suyrakumar Yadav-led side ahead of the Asia Cup final clash against arch-rival Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday.

In a rapid tournament like the Asia Cup, intense rivalries come thick and fast, resulting in a riveting affair. As a result, for three consecutive Sundays, India and Pakistan will be battling it out, but this time the stakes will be astronomical, considering the title will be on the line.

The pressure will be on both sides, considering India will hope to avoid complacency and a repeat of the 2017 Champions Trophy final. Meanwhile, Pakistan, which has endur...