WATCH: Shankar Mahadevan singing iconic song 'De Ghumake' at the Narendra Modi Stadium

The India vs Pakistan match is poised to electrify not just the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad but the entire country on Saturday, October 14. Recently, the Indian Cricket Board (ICB) unveiled a star-studded lineup for a pre-match show leading up to the highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Saturday. Singing sensations Arijit Singh, Shankar Mahadevan, and Sukhwinder Singh will unite for a captivating 'Musical Odyssey.'

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A recent video making rounds on social media captures the iconic Indian singer Shankar Mahadevan rehearsing at the renowned stadium in Ahmedabad. In the footage, Mahadevan is performing the well-known official song of the 2011 ODI World Cup, 'De Ghumake.' The song gained prominence during that World Cup edition, infusing it with an unmistakable Indian essence and turning it into a global sensation.

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Shankar Mahadevan at the Narendra Modi Stadium. pic.twitter.com/dCOfa4PpQE

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Pakistan team receives warm welcome in Ahmedabad

 The Pakistan cricket team arrived in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. The team will be gearing up for the much-anticipated World Cup clash against India. The excitement is palpable, with fans on both sides of the border eagerly anticipating the showdown. Upon landing at the airport, the spirited Pakistani squad boarded a bus headed to their team hotel, where they would prepare for the crucial match. The Men in Green recently maintained their winning streak in the World Cup with an impressive victory over Sri Lanka at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.

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The upcoming World Cup clash between India and Pakistan is charged with anticipation, fueled by the history of past encounters and the intense rivalry between the teams. Notably, Pakistan seeks redemption for a significant defeat suffered in the Asia Cup Super Four Stage, where they experienced a 228-run loss to India.

Conversely, the Indian team is entering the game on the back of a hard-fought victory against Australia. The clash with Pakistan is poised to be a high-stakes battle, and cricket enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly looking forward to this marquee fixture in the World Cup.