Introduction
Cricket fans in Mumbai have something to cheer about as special train services have been announced to facilitate their travel to Ahmedabad for the much-anticipated India-Pakistan match in the ICC World Cup 2023. The match is set to take place at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, known for its vast capacity.
Special Train Details
Two special trains have been scheduled to run between Mumbai and Ahmedabad, ensuring that fans from Mumbai can reach the stadium for the thrilling encounter.
- Mumbai Central to Ahmedabad: This special train departs from Mumbai Central on October 13 and reaches Ahmedabad at 5.30 am on Saturday, in time for the India-Pakistan match.
- Ahmedabad to Mumbai Central: The return journey is covered by the Ahmedabad-Mumbai Central special train, which leaves Ahmedabad at 4 am on Sunday, October 15, and arrives at Mumbai Central at 12.10 pm.
Special Fare for Cricket Enthusiasts
The Railways has announced a “special fare” for these dedicated trains, making it more convenient and affordable for cricket enthusiasts to witness the high-stakes India-Pakistan match. The trains offer various classes, including AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, sleeper class, and general second-class coaches.
Halt Stations: These special trains are designed to cater to passengers at multiple stations in both directions. They will halt at key stations including Dadar, Borivali, Palghar, Vapi, Valsad, Navsari, Surat, and Vadodara. This strategic routing ensures accessibility to a wide range of travelers.
The Big Match
The India-Pakistan match in the ODI World Cup 2023 promises to be a cricketing spectacle. Led by Rohit Sharma, the Indian team boasts a formidable lineup, while Pakistan, under Babar Azam’s captaincy, is ready to give a tough fight.
India Squad:
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Hardik Pandya (VC)
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- KL Rahul
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Shardul Thakur
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Mohammed Siraj
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mohammed Shami
- Ravichandran Ashwin
- Ishan Kishan
- Suryakumar Yadav
Pakistan Squad:
- Babar Azam (c)
- Shadab Khan
- Fakhar Zaman
- Imam-ul-Haq
- Abdullah Shafique
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Saud Shakeel
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Salman Ali Agha
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Usama Mir
- Haris Rauf
- Hasan Ali
- Shaheen Afridi
- Mohammad Wasim
Conclusion
With the announcement of special train services, cricket enthusiasts from Mumbai now have a convenient means to travel to Ahmedabad and witness the thrilling India-Pakistan match in the ICC World Cup 2023. The railways have taken a commendable step in making the match more accessible to fans, ensuring that they can be a part of this exciting cricketing event.
