PremiumODI World Cup 2023 Update: India vs Pakistan and Sri Lanka vs Pakistan matches get new dates
The PCB had received requests from both the ICC and BCCI to reschedule two of its group stage matches.
Last Updated: 01.15 PM, Aug 02, 2023
The much-anticipated ODI World Cup 2023 showdown between India and Pakistan, initially slated for October 15, has been moved up a day to October 14 in Ahmedabad.
The decision to reschedule the match was reached through discussions involving the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), and the International Cricket Council (ICC).
This adjustment was made in consideration of security concerns due to the commencement of the Navratri festival in Ahmedabad. The ICC is in the process of revising the schedule, as there is a possibility of other matches involving different teams being rescheduled as well, according to a PTI report.
In addition to the alteration of the India-Pakistan match, Pakistan will also confront Sri Lanka on October 10 in Hyderabad. This arrangement provides a three-day gap before their pivotal clash against India.
The PCB had received requests from both the ICC and BCCI to reschedule two of its group-stage matches, including the one against India in Ahmedabad.
As the ICC readies to release an updated schedule, it appears that several other matches involving various teams may also see adjustments to accommodate logistical and security considerations.
Pakistan’s current schedule for the ICC World Cup 2023:
October 6 – vs Netherlands in Hyderabad
October 12 – vs Sri Lanka in Hyderabad
October 15 – vs India in Ahmedabad
October 20 – vs Australia in Bengaluru
October 23 – vs Afghanistan in Chennai
October 27 – vs South Africa in Chennai
October 31 – vs Bangladesh in Kolkata
November 4 – vs New Zealand Bengaluru