Sun Sep 21 08:15:55 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Pakistan’s cricket team, reeling from a decisive loss to India in the Asia Cup group stage and a controversial post-match handshake incident, has brought in motivational speaker Dr. Raheel Karim to help them cope with pressure ahead of their Super 4s rematch on Sunday. The Pakistan Cricket Board hopes Dr. Karim’s experience can alleviate the team’s anxiety and improve their performance against their rivals. The team also cancelled the pre-match press conference to avoid any further controversies.

**News Article:**

**Pakistan Cricket Team Enlists Motivational Speaker Ahead of Crucial India Rematch**

**Dubai, UAE** – Following a crushing defeat to India in the Asia Cup group stage, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken decisive action, adding motivational speaker Dr. Raheel Karim to their squad ahead of their Super 4s clash with India on Sunday. The move comes as the team struggles to handle the immense pressure of facing their rivals, as evidenced by their lackluster performance in the previous match and reports of “jitters” within the squad.

Pakistan’s loss last Sunday, a seven-wicket defeat in the Group A game at the Dubai International Stadium, marked their 11th loss in their last 14 T20Is against India. This has prompted the PCB to leave no stone unturned in bolstering the team’s morale and mental fortitude.

Dr. Karim, who brings a decade of experience working with sports teams, joined the squad on Wednesday and will remain with them until the end of the tournament. Sources within the team suggest that there is a concern that the players are feeling overwhelmed when facing India.

Adding to the tension, the team management cancelled Saturday evening’s pre-match press conference, reportedly to avoid further questions regarding the controversial no-handshake incident that followed the previous match.

With India having already displayed superior form and dominating the previous encounter, the pressure is on Pakistan to turn the tide in Sunday’s crucial rematch, not only to secure their progress in the Super Four but also to salvage their campaign and end on a positive note.

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