The atmosphere in Delhi is electrifying as cricket fans gear up for the highly-anticipated India vs Pakistan match at the T20 World Cup 2024. The city is abuzz with excitement, from stadium screenings to house parties, as fans eagerly await the showdown between the two arch-rivals.
Cricket enthusiasts in the capital are making the most of the occasion, with many heading to the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium for the World Cup Fan Park organised by the International Cricket Council. The event will feature performances by popular comedian Zakir Khan and musicians Raftaar, Parmish Verma, and Akasa. Excited fans like Rohit Kumar, a software engineer from Noida, are all set to immerse themselves in the live action, dressed in blue jerseys to support Team India.
Akshina Gupta, a student at Delhi Technological University, expressed her excitement for the match and the opportunity to watch her favorite performer, Raftaar, live in action. For those unable to attend the official screening, various Residents Welfare Associations and individual fans are organising public viewings and house parties to enjoy the game in a festive atmosphere.
Vikas Chaudhary, a resident of Model Town, is hosting a house party for friends and neighbors, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable setting for all attendees. Similarly, Mannat Chotwani, a student at Hansraj College, is organizing a watch party in her flat to celebrate the World Cup excitement with friends and peers.
The enthusiasm for the match is evident in Delhi’s shopping districts as well, with fans rushing to purchase Team India’s jerseys ahead of the big clash. Shop owners at Palika Bazar note a significant increase in jersey sales, with requests for newer players’ jerseys such as Shubman Gill and Rinku Singh becoming popular choices among customers.
As the city gears up for the India vs Pakistan showdown, the energy and anticipation among Delhiites are palpable, promising an unforgettable sporting spectacle for fans across the region.