The highly anticipated schedule for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 has been announced, with a total of 45 matches set to take place across seven venues in Australia. Defending champions Australia will face New Zealand in the opening match at the SCG, while the highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan will be held at the MCG. The tournament, which runs from October 16 to November 13, will see the top teams battle it out for the coveted trophy.
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022: Pakistan's Eagerly Awaited Clash with India
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the much-awaited schedule for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022, with Pakistan eagerly anticipating its highly anticipated match against India.
Tournament Overview
The eighth edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup will take place from October 16 to November 13, 2022, across seven venues in Australia. Defending champions Australia will open the tournament against New Zealand at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
The tournament will feature 16 teams, including 12 full members and four associate nations. The teams will be divided into two groups, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the Super 12 stage.
Pakistan's Schedule
Pakistan is placed in Group B alongside India, South Africa, Bangladesh, and two qualifying teams. The Green Shirts will make their tournament debut against India on October 23 at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
Background on Pakistan-India Rivalry
The Pakistan-India rivalry is one of the most intense in international cricket. The two teams have met 25 times in T20Is, with Pakistan holding a slight edge with 13 wins to India's 12.
The last T20I encounter between Pakistan and India took place at the Asia Cup 2022, where India emerged victorious by five wickets. Pakistan will be eager to avenge that defeat and prove their dominance in this high-stakes clash.
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