ODI World Cup 2023: India gear up for warm-up clashes against England and Netherlands

In the lead-up to the highly anticipated ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, India has charted a comprehensive preparation that includes two official warm-up matches against formidable opponents. These warm-up games are not just opportunities for India to fine-tune their skills and test their mettle but also a chance to provide fans with a sneak peek into the form and potential of their favourite teams and players.

The venues chosen for the warm-up fixtures include Guwahati, Thiruvananthapuram, and Hyderabad. All warm-up games will commence at 2:00 PM IST, making them accessible to all fans across India. Fans can catch every thrilling moment of these encounters LIVE and Exclusive on the Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar.

In Hyderabad, the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium will be the battleground for two captivating matches. On September 29, New Zealand and Pakistan will lock horns, setting the tone for their World Cup campaigns. The action continues on October 3, as Pakistan faces off against Australia, promising a fierce contest between two cricketing powerhouses.

Guwahati's Barsapara Cricket Stadium is another venue brimming with excitement. The clash between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka on September 29 marks the beginning of a cricketing extravaganza. On September 30, cricket fans can look forward to a thrilling encounter between India and England, followed by England taking on Bangladesh on October 2. The warm-up action in Guwahati concludes on October 3, with Afghanistan facing Sri Lanka in what promises to be an intense showdown.

Meanwhile, Thiruvananthapuram's Greenfield International Stadium will host four exhilarating encounters. South Africa and Afghanistan will kickstart the proceedings on September 29. On September 30, Australia will cross swords with the Netherlands, offering a glimpse into their preparations. October 2 will witness a face-off between New Zealand and South Africa, while India will square off against the Netherlands on October 3, providing fans with a tantalizing preview of what to expect in the forthcoming World Cup.

As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, these warm-up matches offer a taste of what's to come, building excitement and anticipation for the grand spectacle. With a historic campaign for India beginning on October 8 against five-time World Cup champions Australia in Chennai and the much-anticipated clash against arch-rivals Pakistan slated for October 15 in Ahmedabad, India's journey in the World Cup promises to be a rollercoaster of emotions and exhilarating cricketing moments.