Team India, led by Captain Rohit Sharma, is all set to embark on their ODI World Cup 2023 journey, featuring an exciting lineup of matches across various venues in India. The action-packed tournament kicks off with a thrilling clash against five-time World Cup champions, Australia, scheduled for October 8 in Chennai.
The Indian cricket squad, with its eye on the prize, will compete in a total of nine matches, each hosted at a different venue across the nation. Cricket enthusiasts can look forward to key encounters, including a face-off with ‘spin-heavy’ Afghanistan on October 11 in New Delhi.
Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan match, set to take place on Sunday, October 15, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Following this marquee showdown, India will square off against Bangladesh in their fourth match, scheduled for October 19 in Pune.
Here are the key details for India’s ODI World Cup 2023 schedule:
Match Timings: All nine matches featuring the Indian team in the ODI World Cup 2023 will commence at 2 PM IST.
| Match No. | Opponent | Date | Venue | Match Start Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | Sunday, October 8 | Chennai | 2:00 PM |
| 2 | Afghanistan | Wednesday, October 11 | Delhi | 2:00 PM |
| 3 | Pakistan | Sunday, October 15 | Ahmedabad | 2:00 PM |
| 4 | Bangladesh | Thursday, October 19 | Pune | 2:00 PM |
| 5 | New Zealand | Sunday, October 22 | Dharamsala | 2:00 PM |
| 6 | England | Sunday, October 29 | Lucknow | 2:00 PM |
| 7 | Qualifier 2 | Thursday, November 2 | Mumbai | 2:00 PM |
| 8 | South Africa | Sunday, November 5 | Kolkata | 2:00 PM |
| 9 | Qualifier 1 | Saturday, November 11 | Bengaluru | 2:00 PM |
Semi-finals and Final:
The knockout stage features the semi-finals on November 15 and 16, with both matches having a reserve day. The grand finale is scheduled for November 19 at Ahmedabad’s iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, with a reserve day on November 20, if needed. All three crucial knockout fixtures will be day-night affairs, commencing at 14:00 IST.
Stay tuned for an exciting display of cricketing talent as India competes for ODI World Cup glory in 2023!