NEW DELHI: Ahead of the much-awaited ICC ODI World Cup 2023 in India, cricket enthusiasts can enjoy the warm-up matches of the participating teams, starting from September 29. These matches will serve as a tantalizing preview of the forthcoming ICC World Cup and provide an opportunity for teams to fine-tune their strategies and test their mettle on the cricketing stage.
On September 29, three captivating clashes are scheduled. Bangladesh are playing Sri Lanka at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. South Africa are facing Afghanistan at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, and New Zealand are squaring off against Pakistan at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. These matches promise to offer a glimpse of the intense competition to come.
The warm-up action continues on September 30 as India lock horns with England at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown. Simultaneously, Australia face off against the Netherlands at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. Fans can expect top-notch cricketing skills and fierce competition as these teams prepare for the World Cup.
On October 2, England will challenge Bangladesh in Guwahati, and New Zealand and South Africa will clash in Thiruvananthapuram.
On October 3, Afghanistan will play Sri Lanka in Guwahati, and India will go head-to-head with the Netherlands in Thiruvananthapuram. The day will culminate with a high-stakes match as Pakistan take on Australia in Hyderabad.
All matches are scheduled to start at 2 PM IST.
Where to watch the warm-up matches: Telecast live on Star Sports networks, and are live streamed on the Disney+Hotstar.
Complete World Cup warm-up schedule:
