DUBAI: The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 in India is set to be featured by some of the most renowned voices in the cricketing world.
ICC.tv’s coverage of the event promises an unforgettable experience for fans, featuring a pre-match show, innings interval program, and post-match wrap-up. Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting and ex-England skipper Eoin Morgan will be part of the coverage, supported by a star-studded lineup including World Cup winners Shane Watson, Lisa Sthalekar, Ramiz Raja, Ravi Shastri, Aaron Finch, Sunil Gavaskar, and Matthew Hayden.
The commentary box will witness the return of Nasser Hussain, Ian Smith, and Ian Bishop, notable for their commentary during the memorable 2019 World Cup final between England and New Zealand.
The cast of international icons and former captains extends to Waqar Younis, Shaun Pollock, Anjum Chopra, and Michael Atherton, offering live commentary from the box. Joining them will be former international stars like Simon Doull, Mpumelelo Mbangwa, Sanjay Manjrekar, Katey Martin, Dinesh Karthik, Dirk Nannes, Samuel Badree, Athar Ali Khan, and Russel Arnold.
The panel is rounded off by leading broadcasters globally, including Harsha Bhogle, Kass Naidoo, Mark Nicholas, Natalie Germanos, Mark Howard, and Ian Ward.
The tournament’s kickoff will feature a rematch of the 2019 final between New Zealand and England in Ahmedabad at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The final is scheduled to take place at the same venue on November 19.
