'2011 WC semi vs PAK was 'non-negotiable'. Couldn't let them win & stay at Taj' - Hindustan Times

India's mental conditioning coach of that time Paddy Upton described it as "non-negotiable" game for India. Upton, who was also considered to be close to then head coach Gary Kirsten, said there was an "additional political pressure" surrounding that match wh…

An India-Pakistan match is always considered to be a high-pressure contest. The pressure and stakes are higher when it's a World Cup knockout. Only thrice have India and Pakistan met in a World Cup k… [+2561 chars]

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