With less than two months remaining, the excitement for the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023 is reaching a fever pitch. The cricketing extravaganza, hosted by the BCCI in India, promises to be a thrilling festival for cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
This edition marks a historic moment as India takes on the responsibility of hosting the tournament independently for the very first time. The last instance of India hosting the event was in 2011, a joint effort with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
The spotlight shines brightly on the much-anticipated clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan. Originally slated for Sunday, 15 October at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the fixture has undergone a reshuffle.
The intense encounter will now take place a day earlier, on Saturday, 14th October, at the same venue. This alteration aims to maximize the fervor surrounding this fierce rivalry.
The changes in schedule don’t stop at the marquee clash alone. The dates of eight other matches have also been shuffled to accommodate the logistical requirements of the tournament. England’s face-off against Afghanistan, initially set for Saturday, 14 October, in Delhi, will now unfold on Sunday, 15 October.
Pakistan’s match against Sri Lanka in Hyderabad has been rescheduled from Thursday, 12 October, to Tuesday, 10 October, adding a twist to the early phase of the tournament.
Meanwhile, cricket enthusiasts can anticipate a Thursday showdown on 12 October between Australia and South Africa in Lucknow, as their clash takes center stage. On Friday, 13 October, New Zealand’s encounter with Bangladesh will capture the attention of fans, following a slight shift in schedule.
9 games that are rescheduled for ICC World Cup 2023:
- ENG vs BAN on Oct 10
- PAK vs SL on Oct 10
- AUS vs SA on Oct 12
- NZ vs BAN Oct 13
- IND vs PAK on Oct 14
- ENG vs AFG on Oct 15
- AUS vs BAN on Nov 11
- ENG vs PAK on Nov 11
- IND vs NED on Nov 12
As the countdown continues, cricket aficionados can hardly contain their eagerness for the spectacle that awaits. The ODI World Cup 2023 promises not only top-notch cricketing action but also a celebration of the sport’s rich legacy and global unity. With India taking the reins as the exclusive host, and the strategic schedule changes in play, this edition is poised to etch itself into the annals of cricket history as a truly unforgettable tournament.
