WATCH: Team India arrives in Ahmedabad for mega clash against arch rivals Pakistan in World Cup 2023

Team India has arrived in Ahmedabad for the highly anticipated clash against arch-rivals Pakistan in the ODI World Cup 2023. Scheduled for Sunday, October 14, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the fixture has generated significant excitement. In a video shared by the Indian Cricket Board, the Indian players were warmly greeted by hotel staff upon their arrival.

India aims to maintain their winning streak in the World Cup, having secured victories against Australia and Afghanistan in their opening two matches. Their first win involved a resilient chase against Australia, with Virat Kohli and KL Rahul's partnership steering them to a six-wicket victory. In the second match against Afghanistan, Rohit Sharma's rapid century led India to an emphatic eight-wicket win.

On the other hand, Pakistan has also demonstrated prowess in the tournament, securing victories against the Netherlands and Sri Lanka, including a historic chase of 345 runs. Their campaign began with an 81-run win against the Netherlands, followed by a remarkable chase at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad against Sri Lanka.

The clash between India and Pakistan promises to be a blockbuster encounter, and both teams are in good form, setting the stage for a thrilling contest. With India's impeccable record so far and Pakistan's impressive performances, cricket enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the outcome of this marquee match in the World Cup.

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We are here in Ahmedabad! 👋#CWC23 | #TeamIndia | #INDvPAK | #MeninBlue pic.twitter.com/dVuOaynYRN

— BCCI (@BCCI) October 12, 2023

Notable figures are set to be present at the India vs Pakistan match

In the meantime, supporters eagerly await the ODI World Cup clash between India and Pakistan. The Men in Blue boast an unblemished record against their arch-rivals in the ODI World Cup, triumphing in all seven encounters in the tournament's history.

Adding to the anticipation, the Indian Cricket Board (ICB) has organized a star-studded event for fans. Bollywood legends Amitabh Bachchan and Rajnikanth are poised to grace the match, amplifying the splendor of the upcoming game. Furthermore, reports suggest that acclaimed singer Arijit Singh will captivate over 1 lakh fans at the iconic stadium with his performance. The high-energy clash is also anticipated to feature the presence of cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, intensifying the excitement surrounding the event.