PremiumIND vs PAK: Clash to begin with musical ceremony, Sachin Tendulkar, Rajnikanth, Amitabh Bachchan expected
Golden ticket holders are also expected to attend this thrilling match at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Last Updated: 04.39 PM, Oct 12, 2023
The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash on October 14 in Ahmedabad during the ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023 is gearing up for a spectacular musical ceremony to kick off the proceedings. Golden ticket holders are also expected to attend this thrilling match at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Anil Patel, the secretary of the GCA, confirmed that golden ticket holders would be present to witness the game.
Before this high-voltage encounter, a musical ceremony will set the stage for the excitement. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had already distributed golden tickets to legendary figures such as Sachin Tendulkar, Rajnikanth, and Amitabh Bachchan at the start of the tournament.
The match promises to host several VIPs, and a special Bollywood stars event will commence at 12:40 PM on the day, concluding by 1:10 PM. Youngsters will serve as mascots for the game, escorting the teams onto the field.
Notably, Pakistani media outlets will also be in attendance for the match, as they have been granted visas to cover the event. Patel affirmed that all necessary approvals and arrangements have been made for their participation, and several officials from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) are expected to attend.
About India vs Pakistan rivalry:
The India vs Pakistan cricket rivalry is one of the most intense and widely watched sporting rivalries globally, particularly in the context of the ODI World Cup.
India holds a dominant record in ODI World Cup encounters against Pakistan, winning all seven of their previous matchups. In the current World Cup 2023, India started their campaign with a victory over Australia, while Pakistan has secured two consecutive wins, building momentum for the highly anticipated showdown.