Pakistan to play attacking game against India: Asian Champions Trophy final today

Pakistan captain Muhammad Imran has said that his side will play an attacking hockey against arch-rivals India in the final of inaugural Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament to be played on Sunday at Ordos, China. After their pulsating 2-2 draw in the group match on Friday, the stage is set for another thrilling encounter between the traditional rivals.
Sunday should see a thriller as both have nothing to lose, though the hockey fans in both the nations would love to see their respective teams to triumph. Imran, however does feel the pressure of an India-Pakistan final but said they would play an attacking game. "The public wants both the countries to win. Unfortunately, only one nation can win and that adds to the pressure. But we will go all out and ensure that good and attacking hockey in the true Asian style is played," NDTV Sports quoted him as saying.
Pakistan has a lethargic defence and sometimes it is seen that they have been slow in warding off counter-attacks. Imran believes the final will be a different ball game. "All finals are different," he says. "The group match was a bit tense as both teams wanted to go through to the final," he explained.
"But the final will be attacking and the team that converts will win." He said. Haseem Abdul Khan, a youngster playing as a forward with the Pakistan team said the final would be a golden chance for the young players. For us playing a final against India is fantastic," he said. "If we win, our confidence will get a boost as we have already qualified for the 2012 London Olympics."