T20 World Cup: Big win over India in tournament opener gave Pakistan momentum, says Shoaib Malik

T20 World Cup: Shoaib Malik said that a comprehensive win in the first match of the tournament against a big team like India gave Pakistan momentum which they have since carried throughout the Super 12 stage.

Senior Pakistan batter Shoaib Malik on Monday said the big win over arch-rivals India gave his side the momentum to do well in the T20 World Cup as they are on the verge of qualifying for the semifinals.

Following a historic 10-wicket win over India in their opening match on October 24, Pakistan beat New Zealand and Afghanistan to continue their unbeaten run. A win against minnows Namibia here on Tuesday will confirm Pakistan's semifinal spot in the T20 showpiece.