BCCI had received criticism for not having any opening ceremony for the ICC World Cup 2023 which began in India on October 5. New Zealand and England clashed in the tournament opener in Ahmedabad without any fanfare.
Media and cricket fans were surprised that BCCI, known for having a gala event ahead of big events like IPL 2023 most recently, didn’t have any ceremony to mark the beginning of the World Cup, which they are hosting solely for the first time.
However, reports have suggested that BCCI has planned a musical ceremony ahead of the India vs. Pakistan match at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad on October 14.
Known Bollywood singer Arijit Singh is set to headline the musical event. There would be a light show and then dance performances as well along with another singer.
Anil Patel, secretary of GCA, said the Golden ticket-holders will be there to watch the game. BCCI presented the golden tickets to Sachin Tendulkar, Rajnikanth, and Amitabh Bachchan before the start of the tournament.
Many VIPs will be expected to be coming for the India vs Pakistan game. The Bollywood stars event will start at 12:40 PM on the day and will end by 1:10 PM. Patel also said that they had also received the approvals, and arranged everything for 20-25 Pakistani media outlets will also be coming for the match.
(India Today inputs)
