The lights are set, and the fields are ready as the biggest event of cricketing history, Asia Cup 2203 is all set to kickstart on August 30. With the tournament being jointly hosted by Pakistan & Sri Lanka, fans will get a chance to witness action-packed cricket at two differnet venues between two distinctive crowds. The marquee event will begin with the opening fixture between Pakistan & Nepal on the grounds of Multan. To make the commencement of the Asia Cup 2023 a grand affair, PCB has arranged a dazzling opening ceremony before the opening clash.
So action-packed crciket combined with soothing performances is what PCB has planned for cricket enthusiasts from all across the globe.
To ensure that our readers don’t miss a single moment of the exciting Asia Cup 2023 opening ceremony, we are here with every detail of the event you should know:
Date & Time of the Opening Ceremony
The Asia Cup 2023 Opening Ceremony will be held on August 30, 2023, at the Multan cricket stadium at 3 pm IST, before the commencement of the first fixture between Pakistan and Nepal.
Who will perform at the Asia Cup 2023 Opening Ceremony?
Now PCB has left no stone unturned to make the opening of Asia Cup 2023 a riveting affair. The renowned artists of the World of music, AR Rahman & Atif Aslamn are all set to deliver zealous performances in the event. Further, the arrangement of traditional Asian music & dance performances will leave the spectators in awe. As per the reports, the PCB has arranged fireworks to light up the sky & make the moment unforgettable for spectators & their guests. Overall, the atmosphere will be pleasant for the spectators making the opening of Asia Cup 2023 a memorable event.
Live Streaming details of Asia Cup 2023 Opening Ceremony
The entire event will be broadcasted on Star Sprots Network in India. Fans in India can also watch the live streaming of the entire event on Disney+ Hotstar.
How to watch the Opening ceremony out of India
Viewers outside India can watch the exciting event on SonyLIV by using a reliable VPN service. The VPN service allows viewers to get an Indian IP address using that they can seamlessly watch the opening ceremony on the SonyLIV App from anywhere in the world.
Asia Cup 2023 Opening Ceremony will be graced by BCCI President
There comes another nail-biting update for cricket enthusiasts as the marvelous event will be graced by BCCI President, Roger Binny. Earlier due to BCCI’s reluctance to send players to play in Pakistan, PCB had proposed a hybrid model whereby matches will be held partly in Pakistan & Sri Lanka. But now adding a twist to the story is the fact that BCCI President Bonny & Vice-President Rajiv Shukla have accepted PCB’s proposal to attend the opening ceremony in Multan.
“BCCI President and Vice President are coming to Pakistan for the opening ceremony of Asia Cup. We welcome everyone who is coming to Pakistan [during Asia Cup]”.
Zaka Ashraf said, according to Pakistan media.
The PCB Chairman has revealed Binny & Shukla’s travel plans across the border for the opening ceremony during the launch of Pakistan’s New Jersey on 28th August.
Whether BCCI President attending the opening ceremony will improve the relations between both nations? This is what time will say but for fans, an enthralling opening ceremony & power-pack cricket are awaiting on the grounds of Multan.
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