The cricketing world is abuzz with excitement as two of the game’s most storied rivals, India and Pakistan, prepare to face off in the 12th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. The battleground? The iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This fixture not only promises high-octane cricket but also reignites a rivalry that transcends sport, uniting nations in their passion for the game.
Formidable Foes: Recent Performances
Both teams enter this marquee clash in scintillating form. Team India has secured convincing victories over Australia and Afghanistan in their previous encounters. Pakistan, equally impressive, notched up wins against Sri Lanka and the Netherlands. As the teams gear up for this colossal clash, they find themselves locked in the third and fourth positions on the World Cup scoreboard, each boasting a commendable 4 points.
Key Points:
Star Power and Key Players
Team India, led by the dynamic Rohit Sharma, features a formidable lineup. With Virat Kohli, K L Rahul, and Jasprit Bumrah in the ranks, India possesses a wealth of cricketing talent. The return of the promising Shubman Gill, who overcame dengue, adds further depth to the squad.
Pakistan, too, fields an impressive lineup. Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Haris Rauf will be pivotal for Pakistan’s fortunes in this high-stakes encounter.
Stadium Spectacle: Narendra Modi Stadium
The battleground for this epic clash, the Narendra Modi Stadium, stands as a testament to India’s rich cricketing heritage. With a seating capacity of over 100,000, it is the world’s largest cricket stadium. The atmosphere promises to be electric as fans from both nations converge to witness this epic contest.
Livestream and Broadcast Information
The match will be available for livestream on the Disney+ Hotstar app and web browser. The game kicks off at 2 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 1:30 PM IST. Notably, this year, Disney+ Hotstar is offering free livestreams of all ICC Cricket World Cup matches on mobile devices.
The Star Sports network will provide live broadcast coverage of all World Cup matches in 2023. Compatible channels include Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 Telugu HD, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Tamil HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil, and Star Sports 1 Kannada. These channels can be accessed through Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, Videocon D2H, and Tata Play.
Team Line-ups
India’s World Cup Squad includes Rohit Sharma (captain), Ishan Kishan, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Shubman Gill, Kuldeep Yadav, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, and Mohammed Siraj.
Pakistan’s World Cup Squad comprises Babar Azam (captain), Shadab Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Rizwan, Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, and Mohammad Wasim.
This India vs Pakistan clash promises not only a display of exceptional cricketing skills but also a celebration of the enduring spirit of sportsmanship. As the world watches, history will be written on the hallowed grounds of the Narendra Modi Stadium.
