Star Sports has rolled out a promo for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, featuring content creator Abhishek Malhan.

The promo is released ahead of the India versus Pakistan match scheduled on 15 February. The film opens with a Pakistani fan approaching Malhan and asking, almost provocatively, whether they are ready for 15 February. Malhan responds without hesitation that when it comes to defeating them, they are always ready. The fan warns him not to take Pakistan lightly. Malhan simply nods, then adds with quiet confidence that this time, the score must move from 7–1 to 8–1 - a clear reference to India’s dominant record against Pakistan.

What we think about it: Many believe the quality of the cricketing rivalry between India and Pakistan has dipped. The film feels similar as it's a major dip from the highs of Star's 'Mauka' campaign for India-Pakistan World Cup matches.

The film released on 29 January.