Asia Cup: Pakistan Seeks Mental Edge with Motivational Speaker Ahead of India Super 4 Clash

Pakistan have enlisted a motivational speaker to assist their cricket team following a significant defeat in a league match against India that ended with a handshake controversy. The team is preparing for their Super 4s stage rematch this Sunday.The Pakistan Cricket Board has brought in Dr. Raheel Karim, a motivational speaker, to help the team manage pressure after their recent performance."Dr. Raheel joined on Wednesday and will remain with the squad until the end of the tournament," sources revealed to www.telecomasia.net, as reported by IANS.Dr. Karim brings extensive experience in sports and various fields, having collaborated with multiple teams over the past decade.Reports suggest that the Pakistan team is experiencing anxiety about facing India and has struggled to handle the pressure of these high-stakes matches.Pakistan suffered a seven-wicket loss to India in the Group A game at Dubai International Stadium last Sunday. This defeat marks their eleventh loss in their last fourteen T20Is against India.The upcoming rematch is crucial for Pakistan's progression in the Super Four stage and their tournament campaign.The team management is taking extensive measures to protect players from excessive pressure and maintain their motivation.In line with these efforts, the Pakistan team canceled their pre-match press conference scheduled for Saturday evening.Sources indicate this cancellation was to avoid discussions about the previous match's handshake controversy and subsequent tensions.India demonstrated superior performance in the Group A league match, with exceptional bowling that helped secure their place in the Super 4s section.