ISLAMABAD - Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has tipped India to start as the favourites for the India-Pakistan clash in the upcoming Asia Cup tournament. “Given the way India are playing right now, they’re clear favourites”, said Akram. “It will be a good game to look forward to.” He also believes Asia Cup just before the World T20, has gained immense importance due to the change of format. “The Asia Cup, this year, assumes a lot of significance”, said Akram. “Out of the last five World T20 champions, three are participating so that quotient alone adds so much excitement”.