Pakistan vs New Zealand Hyderabad Warm-up Match Set for Behind-the-Scenes Play.
The 2023 ODI World Cup’s preparatory match between Pakistan and New Zealand is set for a spectator-free event on September 29 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad. This is in the lead-up to the main ODI World Cup 2023 commencing on October 5. The decision for no audience was made due to security concerns, especially during the festive period.
2023 ODI World Warm-up Match Set without any audience
A BCCI spokesperson informed that, “The match will proceed without any audience. For those who’ve purchased tickets, a refund process will be initiated.”
BCCI will refunds for this warm-up match
It’s understood that BCCI will liaise with Bookmyshow, the official ticket partner for the World Cup, ensuring refunds for this particular warm-up match.
Celebrations of Ganesh Visarjan and Milan-Un-Nabi
Additionally, with the celebrations of Ganesh Visarjan and Milan-Un-Nabi concluding on September 28, Hyderabad Police expressed their inability to offer ample security. In light of this, the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) previously sought a rescheduling from BCCI. However, the board declined, having recently modified the schedule.
India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup Match
Furthermore, the anticipated India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup match, initially on October 15, has been preponed to October 14. This revision was due to October 15 marking the beginning of Navratri, a significant festival in Gujarat that draws substantial gatherings.
Rescheduling Other Matches
This rescheduling has instigated other changes too. The game between India and the Netherlands in Bengaluru is now slated for November 12 instead of November 11.
Lastly, as a result of the India-Pakistan date shift, the England vs Afghanistan match at Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi, will be postponed by a day.
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