ICC ODI World Cup 2023: "If We Win Against India And Lose The World Cup, Then There's No Benefit Of It"- Shadab Khan

Pakistan All-rounder Shadab Khan has stated that winning the major event is more important to him than defeating their arch-rivals, India.

The India-Pakistan encounter at the 2023 World Cup is undoubtedly one of cricket’s most anticipated fixtures. The fact that it is set to take place at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium just adds to the excitement.

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India and Pakistan have a long-standing rivalry on the cricket field, and their matches have always been intense and thrilling. The clash between the two teams is not a battle for cricket supremacy but also carries a lot of emotions and national pride.

The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, known for its state-of-the-art facilities and world-class infrastructure, is an ideal venue for such a high-profile match. It has a seating capacity of over 100,000 spectators, which means that fans from both India and Pakistan will come together to witness this epic encounter.

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Cricket fans around the world are eagerly waiting for this match, which is expected to be a nail-biting contest between two cricketing powerhouses.

“Playing against India comes with a different sense of joy”- Shadab Khan

For many cricketers, playing against India brings a distinct kind of satisfaction, and Shadab Khan is no exception. The heated rivalry between the two cricketing powerhouses adds to the game’s thrills and excitement. It is not just about displaying abilities and strategies, but also about proudly and passionately representing one’s country.

In an exclusive interview with Cricket Pakistan, Shadab Khan said that with only a few months till the World Cup, the anticipation level is already high enough, but that playing India will put additional pressure on them. Additionally, Shadab Khan stated that he would prefer to win the mega-event rather than just triumph over his bitter rivals.

“Playing against India comes with a different sense of joy. The pressure overall is also different. Now when we have to go there, it will be their home ground – the crowd will be against us. However, we are going there to play in the World Cup, so we should think about it, and not only about India, because if we win against India and lose the World Cup, then there’s no benefit of it,” Shadab Khan said.

“In my opinion, even if we lose from India but end up winning the World Cup, it’s a win-win because that is our main aim,” Shadab Khan added.

Cricket matches between India and Pakistan have always been highly anticipated events for both players and fans. The high stakes, competitive environment, and massive fan support make for an unforgettable event.

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