The International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled the official anthem of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Wednesday (September 20). The song is titled ‘Dil Jashn Bole’ and features Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh and Dhanashree Verma, wife of Yuzvendra Chahal.
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 will begin in India on October 5 onwards at the Narendra Modi Stadium with New Zealand taking on England in the opening encounter. The final will also be played in Ahmedabad on November 19.
Meanwhile, the foot-tapping CWC 2023 anthem has been composed by Pritam, with lyrics from Shloke Lal and Saaveri Verma and a rap written and performed by Charan. The song is sung by Pritam, Nakash Aziz, Sreerama Chandra, Amit Mishra, Jonita Gandhi, AKASA, and Charan.
Speaking about the Anthem launch, superstar Ranveer Singh said "As a part of the Star Sports family and a die-hard cricket fan, being part of this anthem launch for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 is truly an honor. It's a celebration of the sport we all love."
The music video encapsulates the emotions of the global fan community, uniting nations and fans across different cultures. The fan-centric anthem represents an epic celebration, designed to resonate with hearts and ignite spirits.
The anthem embodies the World Cup combining the unique Indian passion for cricket with the national pride of all competing nations to create an unrivalled global sporting occasion.
Music composer Pritam said: "Cricket is India's greatest passion and composing 'Dil Jashn Bole' for the biggest World Cup ever, has been a tremendous honor for me. This song is not just for 1.4 billion Indian fans but for the whole world to come to India and be a part of the biggest celebration ever."
Check out the anthem here:
Claire Furlong, the ICC General Manager for Marketing and Communications, said on the occasion: "The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 is set to be the biggest Cricket World Cup ever with hundreds of millions of fans around the world ready to be a part of it. The anthem brilliantly captures the passion and energy of India and the fans that will make this event so special, and we can't wait for the world to hear it.
This World Cup will put place fans at the center of the action and the anthem will help bring them closer to the game than ever before, so go listen now and create your hook-step."
Star Sports spokesperson said, "We are delighted to collaborate with the ICC for the official anthem of the World Cup. The anthem is an expression of the cornucopia of emotions and waves of energy, which every day of the tournament promises to deliver to more than a billion viewers around the world."
