In an unexpected turn of events, the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, slated to commence on October 5th at the iconic Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad, will no longer feature its highly-anticipated opening ceremony. Indian media broke this news on Monday, leaving cricket enthusiasts disappointed.
No opening ceremony for ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. #CWC23— Subhayan Chakraborty (@CricSubhayan) October 2, 2023
Originally, fans were eagerly anticipating the grand spectacle of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023’s opening ceremony, scheduled for October 4th at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. However, it has now been revealed that the event has been abruptly canceled, with no official explanation provided for this decision.
Updates on Ceremony in this World Cup 2023: (Dainik Jagran)– No Opening ceremony.– There will be Closing ceremony or– A ceremony before IND vs PAK match.– The presentation have been given to BCCI officals. pic.twitter.com/uGFhM2iqVy— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) October 2, 2023
Despite the cancellation of the opening ceremony, the captains’ day, which was planned to gather all 10 team captains, will proceed as scheduled. This event is set to bring together the leaders of the participating teams, setting the stage for the thrilling tournament that lies ahead.
Interestingly, there is still a possibility of a closing ceremony, or perhaps a prelude event before the much-anticipated clash between cricket rivals India and Pakistan. This deviation from the customary practice of hosting grand opening ceremonies marks a unique twist in the tournament’s history.
The tournament will commence with a spectacular match between the finalists from the previous edition, England and New Zealand, promising an exhilarating start to the competition.
Previously, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had spared no expense in planning a remarkable opening ceremony. The event was set to feature Bollywood A-listers, including the charismatic Ranveer Singh, delivering captivating performances. Renowned musical artists such as Shreya Ghoshal, Arijit Singh, and the legendary Asha Bhosle were also slated to grace the stage with their musical talents.