The eagerly anticipated India vs Pakistan cricket match in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 is set to take place at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. This colossal showdown between the two cricket giants is one of the tournament’s most awaited fixtures, promising a grand spectacle.
Both teams arrive in impeccable form, boasting flawless records with two wins each. India’s journey began with a six-wicket triumph over Australia in Chennai, and their subsequent match against Afghanistan was one-sided, with Rohit Sharma’s spectacular 131 setting the stage for another World Cup victory. Pakistan’s campaign commenced with an impressive 81-run victory over the Netherlands, followed by a convincing 6-wicket win against Sri Lanka, fueled by Mohammed Rizwan’s magnificent century.
With both sides brimming with confidence, the Ahmedabad clash guarantees an electrifying contest filled with fireworks and drama.
Head-to-head stats
Intriguingly, when we examine their historical clashes in the ODI World Cup, India and Pakistan have crossed paths seven times, and India has emerged victorious in each of these encounters. The head-to-head record adds an extra layer of excitement to this already highly anticipated showdown.
Squads
India: Rohit Sharma (Captain), Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav.
Pakistan: 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, Mohammad Wasim.
Pitch report
The surface at the Narendra Modi Stadium is likely to favour batsmen, much like it did during the tournament’s opening match between England and New Zealand. We anticipate a dry grass covering that will preserve the pitch’s integrity, preventing rapid deterioration. Consequently, batsmen can look forward to the ball coming onto their bat smoothly. Nevertheless, there may be a touch of added bounce for the seamers, given that a fresh pitch will be prepared for this game. Simultaneously, spinners can expect minimal assistance from the pitch, with some anticipated turn during both innings.
Weather report
Weather-wise, Ahmedabad will bask in mostly sunny conditions, with temperatures soaring to a scorching 36°C, setting the stage for a sizzling day at the Narendra Modi Stadium.