LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has accepted the Worldwide Cricket Council’s (ICC) amendments to the World Cup 2023 schedule, sources knowledgeable Geo Information Tuesday.
The worldwide physique had contacted Pakistan, informing it that modifications wanted to be made to the schedule. In response, the board, based on sources, agreed to the proposal.
In step with the brand new schedule, the match venues won’t shift, solely the dates have been modified. The ICC will announce the up to date schedule quickly.
Up to date World Cup schedule
- October 6 – vs Netherlands in Hyderabad
- October 10 – vs Sri Lanka in Hyderabad
- October 14 – 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 (Day match)
- November 12 – vs England in Kolkata
The Indian media had reported that safety companies have suggested the Board of Management for Cricket in India (BCCI) to change the itinerary in mild of Navratri, a pageant celebrated with mass participation throughout Gujarat, which is able to fall on the 15th of October when the essential Pakistan vs India match was set to happen.
Ten groups will combat for the elusive title throughout 10 venues from October 5 to November 19, with the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad internet hosting the event opener and the ultimate.
The day matches will begin at 10:00am Pakistan Customary Time (PST) whereas all different matches will likely be day-night fixtures beginning at 01:30pm (PST).
If Pakistan qualify for the semi-finals, they may play in Kolkata.
If India qualify for the semi-finals, they may play in Mumbai except enjoying in opposition to Pakistan, by which case they may play in Kolkata.
The Cricket World Cup will likely be performed in a round-robin format with all groups enjoying in opposition to one another for a complete of 45 league matches.
The highest 4 groups will qualify for the semifinals, which will likely be held in Mumbai on November 15 and in Kolkata on November 16. The semi-finals and the ultimate may have reserve days.
In the meantime, a panel shaped by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to determine on the matter associated to Pakistan’s participation in World Cup in India will happen on Thursday for the primary time.
The assembly — chaired by Overseas Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari — will likely be attended by PCB Administration Committee Chairman Zaka Ashraf, sources stated.
Within the huddle, Pakistan’s participation within the World Cup in India could be mentioned. The members can even evaluation Ahmedabad because the venue for the high-octane Pakistan vs India conflict.
The high-powered panel will ship its suggestions to the prime minister who will make the ultimate name on the nation’s participation within the mega occasion.