The simmering tensions between cricket powerhouses India and Pakistan have once again come to the fore, and this time in the most unexpected way. The two arch-rivals have been involved in epic clashes both on and off the field, and are now set for another battle in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in the USA and the Caribbean.
Ahead of the India versus Pakistan 2024 T20 World Cup pool match in New York on June 9, a video circulating on social media has reignited debate among fans over their franchise leagues, the Indian Premier League (IPL). and the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
The viral video captured a moment that has generated controversy on social networks. Notably, Pakistan cricket team led by Babar Azam is currently on a tour of England to play the four-match T20I series.
Controversy arises ahead of India-Pakistan clash at ICC T20 World Cup 2024
As the IPL 2024 final between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) was being played on a screen in Cardiff, Pakistani players seemed to avoid paying attention to the match and walked by without a second glance.
In the video, not even a single player looked at the TV screen, where the IPL 2024 final was being played at the Pakistan cricket team’s hotel in Cardiff, and they walked by completely ignoring the game.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the deep-rooted rivalry between India and Pakistan, both on and off the field, and it is clear that the rivalry shows no signs of cooling down anytime soon as it is set to reignite once again in New York. . on June 9.
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However, this attitude of Pakistani players has raised eyebrows and become a hot topic of debate as some Indian fans see it as a sign of disrespect towards the IPL and Indian cricket, while others They see it as a testament to Pakistan’s focus on their own cricket. assignments. However, Pakistani fans got the opportunity to troll Indian fans on social media.
T20 World Cup 2024 will add fuel to India-Pakistan rivalry
Notably, the Men in Green are currently trailing 0-1 in the ongoing four-match T20I series against England. On the other hand, the Indian cricket team has already landed in the United States and began its preparations for the 2024 T20 World Cup.
The Men in Blue will kick off their campaign against Ireland on June 5 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York, followed by the much-anticipated clash against Pakistan at the same venue on June 9.
Pakistan will kick off their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign against co-hosts United States on June 6 in Texas. It is said that they will not play any warm-up matches before the tournament. But the Pakistan team may change its plans after two T20Is against England were washed out by rain.
The Men in Green led by Babar Azam will face England in the fourth and final T20I on June 30 at the Oval with the aim of leveling the series to go with great confidence to the next T20 World Cup 2024, starting June 1 .