ICC's 'Pakistan Diaries' transport fans to see World Cup trophy in Lahore
Last updated on: 16 September,2023 03:19 pm
The ICC World Cup trophy was displayed at Badshahi Mosque and Minar-e-Pakistan
LAHORE (Web Desk) - The International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup 2023 trophy visited many historical places of Lahore during its three-day tour to Pakistan.
The trophy was also displayed for viewing of cricket fans as well.
The ICC on its official X, formerly Twitter, posted a video titled "Pakistan Diaries" in which the coveted trophy was seen visiting historical places in Lahore.
The trophy was unveiled by former Pakistani pacer Wahab Riaz. Riaz is now adviser to chief minister Punjab for sports.
The ICC World Cup trophy was displayed at Badshahi Mosque, Minar-e-Pakistan, Lahore Museum and other historical places in front of fans.
Pakistan diaries A majestic visit for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 Trophy Tour, driven by @Nissan #CWC23 pic.twitter.com/ucs2W3eS42
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) September 15, 2023
Trophy's journey
The trophy started its journey from the host India on June 27. It has travelled to Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the USA, the West Indies, Bangladesh, Kuwait, Bahrain, Italy, France and England.
World Cup around the corner
As many as 10 teams will vie for the most coveted cricketing tournament which will be played in India from Oct 5 to Nov 19.
The Narendra Modi Stadium of Ahmedabad will host the tournament opener and the final.
The World Cup will be played in a round-robin format with all teams playing against each other for a total of 45 league matches.
The top four teams will qualify for the semifinals which will be played in Mumbai on Nov 15 and in Kolkata on Nov 16. The semi-finals and the final will also have reserve days.
Pakistan have not yet announced the squad for the mega event.
Pakistan's schedule for the ICC World Cup 2023
October 6 - vs Netherlands in Hyderabad
October 10 - vs Sri Lanka in Hyderabad
October 14 - vs India in Ahmedabad
October 20 - vs Australia in Bengaluru
October 23 - vs Afghanistan in Chennai
October 27 - vs South Africa in Chennai
October 31 - vs Bangladesh in Kolkata
November 4 - vs New Zealand Bengaluru (Day match)
November 11 - vs England in Kolkata