India vs Pakistan: Virat Kohli to go with same playing XI in Champions Trophy final
Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy final between arch-rivals India and Pakistan, India’s skipper Virat Kohli has hinted that he will be going with the same combination in their quest for defending the title.
Despite Hardik Pandya having a nightmare with the ball in the semi-final tiw against Bangladesh, Kohli backed the youngster’s inclusion, terming him as a “complete package”.
“Not looking to change too many things because I would anyday back a guy like Hardik, who provides you so much balance in conditions like England. He can be effective as a bowler and his batting is priceless,” the 28-year-old told reporters here.
“If you are chasing a total where you need eight runs an over and you have lost wickets, he is the guy who can still win you the game. That’s the kind of belief he has in his abilities and we have in him. He is a complete package, so I would not like to change anything at this particular stage,” he replied when asked about any possible changes in the playing XI.