The Pakistan national cricket team arrived in Hyderabad filled with enthusiasm, ready to participate in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023. Under the leadership of Captain Babar Azam, the team received a resounding and warm reception upon their arrival at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport on a Wednesday evening.
The airport in Hyderabad served as a gathering hub for passionate fans who had come to demonstrate their unwavering support and admiration for the Pakistani squad. Fans showered the players with praises and erupted into spirited chants, paying tribute to their captain, Babar.
Former Pakistani cricketer Mushtaq Ahmed, in his comments to a local media outlet, hinted at the substantial Muslim population in cities like Ahmedabad and Hyderabad as a contributing factor to the overwhelming support witnessed at the airport.
He further said: “Ahmedabad and Hyderabad are such cities, where population of Muslims is quite high. That is why you see [support] at the airport,”
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In preparation for the impending tournament, Pakistan is gearing up for a warm-up match against New Zealand scheduled for this Friday in Hyderabad. Subsequently, their second warm-up encounter is slated against Australia on October 3. These matches are pivotal in readying the team for the commencement of their World Cup campaign, commencing with a showdown against the Netherlands on October 6. Notably, all these matches will unfold at the same venue in Hyderabad.
Pakistan’s sojourn in Hyderabad will conclude with their second World Cup match against Sri Lanka on October 10, after which they will head to Ahmedabad for a highly anticipated clash against the host nation, India, scheduled for October 14. The Pakistani squad, invigorated by the warm reception and support from their fans, is set for an exciting and challenging journey in the World Cup, as they aim to make their mark in the cricketing world.
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