The ICC has officially unveiled the highly anticipated timetable for the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, set to transpire in India from October 5 to November 19. Boasting a total of 10 formidable teams, the tournament will witness India, Afghanistan, Australia, England, Bangladesh, New Zealand, Pakistan, and South Africa, who have all secured their places through their commendable performances in the 2020-2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Super League. The two remaining teams will be determined through the ongoing World Cup Qualifiers in Zimbabwe.
In a recent update, a modification in the schedule has been made to accommodate the Indian vs. Pakistan match. The alteration was prompted by the commencement of the Navratri festival, which would have presented significant security challenges if the match were to proceed on its original date of October 15. The ICC and BCCI collaborated with the PCB to reschedule two of Pakistan’s group matches, including the showdown against India in Ahmedabad. As a result, the much-awaited India versus Pakistan clash is now slated for October 14 instead of October 15.
The prestigious tournament will kick off on October 5 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Furthermore, the BCCI Secretary, Jay Shah, has revealed that the grand finale of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 will also take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium. As the event progresses, the first semi-final will occur at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, while the second semi-final will unfold at the renowned Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Excitement and anticipation mount as the cricketing world eagerly awaits this momentous sporting extravaganza.
