ODI World Cup 2023

'Kya matlab Pakistan darr raha hai' - Fans react as Shubman Gill resumes practice in nets ahead of India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup game

Gill has been in sensational form in 2023, leading the ODI run charts with 1230 runs in 20 innings at an impressive average of 72.35, featuring five centuries and five fifties.

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The star India batter Shubman Gill, who was diagnosed with dengue fever before India's match against Australia, has arrived in Ahmedabad ahead of the India vs Pakistan fixture on October 14 at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Although the 24-year-old has been seen practising in the nets, his participation in the high-stakes game remains uncertain, with the team management prioritizing his recovery over rushing him back into the playing XI for the lengthy tournament.

Gill has been in sensational form in 2023, leading the ODI run charts with 1230 runs in 20 innings at an impressive average of 72.35, featuring five centuries and five fifties. The prolific batter achieved the milestone of becoming the eighth male cricketer to score a double century in ODIs earlier in the year. Despite his excellent form, the team management is cautious, considering the player's recent health setback.

The hope is that the 23-year-old, known for his phenomenal record at the Narendra Modi Stadium, including a T20I and Test century earlier in the year, will recover in time for the Pakistan game. The star right-hand India batter’s success for the Gujarat Titans in IPL 2023 at the same venue adds to the anticipation for his return to the playing XI, reflecting the significance of his potential contribution to the team.

Some famous personalities will be attending the India vs Pakistan match

Meanwhile, fans are anxiously anticipating the ODI World Cup clash between India and Pakistan. The Men in Blue maintain a flawless record against their arch-rivals in the ODI World Cup, having emerged victorious in all seven encounters between the two teams in the tournament's history.

Adding to the spectacle, the Indian Cricket Board (ICB) has arranged a star-studded event for the fans. Bollywood icons Amitabh Bachchan and Rajnikanth are set to grace the match with their presence, enhancing the grandeur of the upcoming game. Additionally, renowned singer Arijit Singh is reportedly scheduled to enchant over 1 lakh fans at the iconic stadium with his performance. The high-voltage clash is also expected to be attended by the legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, further elevating the excitement surrounding the event.

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