New Delhi, Sept. 13 -- With the Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian cricket team all set to face their arch-rival Pakistan in a high-intensity match in the Asia Cup 2024 at Dubai on Sunday, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar cautioned Indian batters about the opposition's spin-heavy bowling attack.

Though Pakistan has been renowned for its quality fast-bowling arsenal, but the conditions in the UAE favour spin. Citing this, Pakistan's head coach Mike Hesson has opted for a spin-centric attack in the tournament.

Earlier on Friday, while playing against Oman, Pakistan fielded four specialist spinners, and captain Salman Ali Agha provided self with an additional option. Pakistan defeated Oman by a convincing 93 runs in their opening match, an...