The stage is set for the knockout phase of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 (CWC23), with the confirmation of the four semi-finalists.
India, the tournament hosts, have secured the top spot in the group stage, regardless of the outcome in their final match against the Netherlands on Sunday.
Led by Rohit Sharma, India is poised to face New Zealand in a high-stakes semi-final on Wednesday, November 15, at 2 pm IST at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This venue witnessed India’s impressive 302-run victory over Sri Lanka earlier in the competition.
The second semi-final is scheduled for the next day, Thursday, November 16, at 2 pm IST at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, where South Africa and Australia will battle for a spot in the final on Sunday, November 19, at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Anticipation is high for the grand finale, with over 100,000 fans expected to gather at Narendra Modi Stadium for the climax of the 13th edition of the tournament.
Key Dates for the 2023 World Cup Knockout Stage:
Semi-Final 1: India vs. New Zealand, Wednesday, November 15, Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Semi-Final 2: South Africa vs. Australia, Thursday, November 16, Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Final: India/New Zealand vs. South Africa/Australia, Sunday, November 19, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
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