ICC ODI World Cup 2023: India vs Pakistan match reschedule

The highly-anticipated Cricket ICC ODI World Cup 2023 match between India and Pakistan is likely to get a new date amid the Navratri festival. The fixture was originally scheduled for October 15 in Ahmedabad. ICC ODI World Cup 2023: India vs Pakistan match reschedule.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) had initially slated this significant fixture to kickstart the tournament on the first day of Navratri, a festival widely celebrated in Gujarat with enthusiastic participation in garba nights. Due to security concerns, the BCCI has been advised to reconsider the itinerary.

However, security agencies have advised the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to reconsider the date, considering the potential strain on resources and personnel during the festive period, reported The Indian Express.

Changing the date of the game could create a logistical nightmare for fans who have already made travel plans and booked tickets, as matches between India and Pakistan sell out within hours and generate sky-high television ratings. If the date is indeed changed, it could pose logistical challenges for fans who have already finalised their travel arrangements.

Hotel rates in Ahmedabad have seen a staggering surge, with prices reaching as high as Rs 1 lakh per room, indicating a more than ten-fold increase compared to July rates. Typically, luxury hotels in Ahmedabad charge an average of Rs 5,000-8,000, but due to the upcoming major event, prices have skyrocketed to as much as Rs 40,000 and Rs 1 lakh at certain establishments.

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