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In a big update, the clash between the arch-rivals India and Pakistan is likely to be rescheduled due to majority security reasons. Although the schedule of the marquee tournament was finalised last month, but things might bother, hampering the all-important India vs Pakistan match.
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As per a report published by the Indian Express, the date of the India vs Pakistan match, which is October 15 clashes with the first day of Navratri, which is celebrated extensively in the state of Gujarat. The report states that agencies have advised Broad of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to reschedule the game due to security reasons.
“We are mulling the options that we have and a decision will be taken soon. We have been told by the security agencies that a high-profile game like India vs Pakistan, for which thousands of travelling fans are expected to reach Ahmedabad, should be avoided since they will be stretched because of Navratri,” a source was quoted by the Indian Express.
It is being further added that a rescheduling will see a logistical nightmare as several fans have already scheduled their travel plans with the tickets prices sky-rocketing. As per another report, several Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) have enquired on the availability of beds in Ahmedabad hospitals.
Adding more to it, the report from Indian Express also states that BCCI Secretary Jay Shah has asked members of all hosting venues to gather for a meeting New Delhi on Thursday, July 27 where the decision might be taken on the same.
“I feel it will be in the best interest of all concerned that we meet again to exchange notes and take stock of any issue which needs discussion and decision. Accordingly, you are hereby requested to attend a meeting of the World Cup hosting associations,” a part of the letter read.
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will host four matches including the final on November 19, 2023.
