ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023: Exciting Warm-up Matches Featuring Pakistan, India, and More Revealed

The anticipation is building as cricket enthusiasts around the world gear up for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. The excitement is set to reach new heights with the confirmation of the warm-up match schedule, scheduled to take place from September 29 to October 3 at three iconic venues in India - Guwahati, Hyderabad, and Thiruvananthapuram.

The warm-up matches, though played with the traditional 50-over format, will not be granted official One Day International (ODI) status. However, this decision comes with a purpose - to allow each team to field all 15 players from their squad. This strategic move aims to provide valuable match practice to every player, ensuring they are in top form as they head into the battle for the ultimate trophy in the official ODI format.

Warm-up Match Schedule:

Friday, 29 September:

- Bangladesh vs. Sri Lanka at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.

- South Africa vs. Afghanistan at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram.

- New Zealand vs. Pakistan at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

Saturday, 30 September:

- India vs. England at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.

- Australia vs. Netherlands at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram.

Monday, 2 October:

- England vs. Bangladesh at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.

- New Zealand vs. South Africa at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram.

Tuesday, 3 October:

- Afghanistan vs. Sri Lanka at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati.

- India vs. Netherlands at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram.

- Pakistan vs. Australia at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.

The excitement doesn't end with the warm-up matches; it's just the beginning. The official tournament kicks off on October 5th, featuring a showdown between the 2019 finalists, England and New Zealand, at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

The Narendra Modi Stadium is also set to host some of the most anticipated clashes, including the high-octane India vs. Pakistan match on October 15th. Cricket fans can mark their calendars for the grand finale on November 19th, where the two best teams will battle it out for the coveted ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 trophy.

As the cricket world eagerly counts down to this epic event, the warm-up matches promise to be a thrilling prelude, offering a glimpse of the excitement and intensity that lie ahead. Stay tuned for more updates and action-packed cricket moments as we approach the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023.