We have psychological advantage over India: Pakistan goalie

Pakistan started the mindgames ahead of their high-profile summit clash against arch-rivals India with goalkeeper Imran Butt claiming that his team will enjoy "psychological advantage" over Sardar Singh's boys when the two teams square off tomorrow.
"We have won against India in last match that will give us slight psychological edge over them. Both the teams are technically on even keel but luck will also play an important role. Whoever handles pressure well will come up trumps," Butt told PTI Bhasha from Incheon ahead of the marquee clash.
The Pakistani goalie is hopeful that supporters of both nations would witness a keen contest that will be etched in the memory of one and all.

"I expect it to be a memorable match in the history of hockey. We will not leave any stone unturned to clinch gold as it will ensure direct entry to Rio Olympic," Butt said.
India and Pakistan had last played in the Asiad final way back in 1982 during the Delhi edition. India were blanked 1-7 in the final.
Tomorrow's game would only be India and Pakistan's seventh summit clash at the Asian Games out of which India have won only twice, the last of the triumphs coming way back in 1966 Bangkok Games.

Butt is also confident that he can keep the two Indian drag-flickers Rupinderpal Singh and VR Raghunath at bay.

The experienced goalkeeper also feels that short corner will be key to success in this crucial match and he will do his best to keep Indian drag flickers silent.
"Short corners will play key role in this match. India has good drag flickers like Rupinder Pal Singh and VR Raghunath but I am well prepared to counter them. We too have Mohammad Imran and Mohammad Irfan as penalty corner specialist who are doing well in the tournament," Butt added.