The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 fixtures have been unveiled, promising an enthralling series of matches. The tournament kicks off with a clash between England and New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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Opening Match

On October 5, England and New Zealand will face off in the opening match of the tournament. This match will set the tone for the competition and offer an electrifying beginning to the most prestigious cricket tournament.

India vs. Pakistan

On October 15, cricket enthusiasts will witness the riveting contest between arch-rivals India and Pakistan. This match promises to be nothing short of sensational, considering their previous high-scoring face-off in the 2019 tournament.

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Grand Finale

The grand finale of the World Cup will return to the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 19, bringing the exhilarating event to a close. Cricket fans can look forward to numerous other captivating fixtures leading up to the finale.

Teams and Format

A total of 10 teams will grace the field in the World Cup, with the first eight already securing their spots through the Cricket World Cup Super League. The remaining two positions will be determined by the conclusion of the Qualifier tournament in Zimbabwe on July 9. The round-robin format ensures that each team faces the other nine, with the top four advancing to the knockout stage and semi-finals.

Other Noteworthy Matches

Other noteworthy matches include India’s clash with 2019 semi-finalists Australia and the much-hyped India-Pakistan face-off on October 15 in Ahmedabad. Fans can also look forward to Pakistan’s match against Australia on October 20 in Bengaluru and England’s encounter with South Africa the following day in Mumbai.

Redemption and Revenge

India seeks redemption against New Zealand on October 22 in Dharamsala, following their 2019 semi-final defeat. Meanwhile, Australia will confront arch-rivals England on November 4 in Ahmedabad, hoping to exact revenge for their crushing defeat in the previous edition’s semi-final.

India has a score to settle with England as well, with the two teams meeting on October 29 in Lucknow. This match offers India an opportunity to avenge their loss in the 2022 T20 World Cup semi-final.

The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 promises to be a rollercoaster ride of unforgettable moments, intense rivalries, and world-class cricket. With the fixtures released, fans around the globe are undoubtedly counting down the days until this incredible showcase of talent and skill begins.

Emma Botha is a Cape Town-based journalist who chronicles the city’s shifting social-justice landscape for the Mail & Guardian, tracing stories from Parliament floor to Khayelitsha kitchen tables. Born and raised on the slopes of Devil’s Peak, she still hikes Lion’s Head before deadline days to remind herself why the mountain and the Mother City will always be her compass.

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