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As the cricketing world holds its collective breath, India and Pakistan gear up for a showdown of epic proportions. The stage is set, the players are ready, and the fans are on the edge of their seats. This is not just any cricket match; this is India vs. Pakistan at the World Cup, a rivalry that transcends the boundaries of sport.
India: Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya (vc), Mohammed Siraj, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan, KL Rahul, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav
Pakistan: Babar Azam (c), Shadab Khan (vc), Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imam-ul-Haq, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Usama Mir.
The Story So Far:
Both India and Pakistan are riding high with two comprehensive victories each as they enter the blockbuster clash. India started their campaign with a six-wicket win against Australia in Chennai and then secured an eight-wicket victory over Afghanistan, thanks to a remarkable century by captain Rohit Sharma.
Pakistan, on the other hand, showcased their prowess by defeating the Netherlands by 81 runs in Hyderabad. They continued their winning streak with centuries from Abdullah Shafique and Mohammad Rizwan, leading them to a record World Cup chase to surpass Sri Lanka’s 9-344 total.
As they face off, India sits third on the World Cup standings with four points and a net run rate of 1.5, while Pakistan is in fourth place with the same number of points and a net run rate of 0.927.
The Venue and How to Watch
The electrifying contest will take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday, October 14. The coin toss is scheduled for 7:00 PM AEDT, with the first ball set to be bowled at 7:30 PM AEDT (2:00 PM local time). Cricket enthusiasts can catch all the action on Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports, and Channel Nine, while those preferring radio coverage can tune in to ABC Grandstand digital.
India vs. Pakistan: The Ultimate Showdown
It’s the match that cricket fans around the world have been waiting for – India vs. Pakistan in the World Cup. This contest not only represents one of the greatest cricketing rivalries but is also akin to the Super Bowl in terms of global sporting events. To put it in WWE terms, it’s as monumental as WrestleMania, SummerSlam, Survivor Series, and Royal Rumble all rolled into one.
When it comes to the India-Pakistan World Cup match, the stakes are incredibly high. The history, the 0-7 scoreline, the famous Mauka-Mauka gimmicks; nothing can truly capture the electrifying atmosphere of this encounter.
As the two teams gear up for the monumental clash at the world’s largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad, Pakistan faces a 31-year wait. Despite many memorable moments in this three-decade-long rivalry, one thing has remained constant – India’s victories. However, the Narendra Modi Stadium signifies a fresh start, and for Pakistan, the belief remains: “It’s never too late.” In sports, streaks are meant to be broken, and today might be the day when history is rewritten.
Legendary figures like Wasim Akram and Sunil Gavaskar have emphasized that the team that handles pressure better will emerge victorious. In India-Pakistan clashes, different phases of the game dictate the outcome, and those who excel in those moments will have their names etched in history. With this in mind, HT Sports presents the key points that India and Pakistan must master to claim the ultimate bragging rights.
The stage is set for an unforgettable showdown that transcends the boundaries of sport. Cricket enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly awaiting this cricketing spectacle in Ahmedabad.
Information about the teams in a cricket tournament:
| S No. | Team | Matches Played | Wins (W) | Losses (L) | Ties (T) | No Results (N/R) | Net Run Rate (NRR) | Deductions (Ded.) | Total Points (PTS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Zealand Men | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.604 | 0 | 6 |
| 2 | South Africa Men | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.36 | 0 | 4 |
| 3 | India Men | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.5 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 | Pakistan Men | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.927 | 0 | 4 |
| 5 | England Men | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.553 | 0 | 2 |
| 6 | Bangladesh Men | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -0.699 | 0 | 2 |
| 7 | Sri Lanka Men | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.161 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Netherlands Men | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.8 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Australia Men | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.846 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Afghanistan Men | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | -1.907 | 0 | 0 |
This table provides an overview of the teams’ performance in the tournament, including matches played, wins, losses, ties, no results, net run rate, deductions, and total points.
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