India takes centerstage
The 13th edition of the 50-over global cricketing fiesta will take place from 5th October to 19th November 2023. Hosted in the cricketing heartland of India, this edition promises to be the biggest and most followed cricketing event ever.
India, the land of cricketing passion and fervour like no other, is all set to shine as the exclusive host of this edition. While India has co-hosted the event before, in 1987, 1996, and 2011, this time, it's India's time to stand alone as the sole host.
Epic matches at iconic stadia
The stage is set for an electrifying cricket extravaganza! The Cricket World Cup 2023 is poised to kick off on October 5th, and it promises to be a thrilling ride from the very beginning. Defending champions England will lock horns with last edition's runner-up, New Zealand, in a high-octane clash that will mark the tournament opener in Ahmedabad.
Hold your breath for the mother of all cricketing battles! The magnificent Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad will also witness the epic showdown between arch-rivals India and Pakistan on October 14th, a match that will have the world on the edge of their seats.
And for the grand finale that will echo through the ages, the world's largest cricket stadium, Narendra Modi Stadium, will once again take the centerstage on November 19th. But before we reach the zenith, the semi-finals will keep us on our toes, with Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium and Kolkata's Eden Gardens hosting these epic clashes on November 15th and 16th, respectively.