The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Trophy Tour is reaching the shores of Bangladesh, igniting a wave of excitement among cricket enthusiasts across the nation.
The prestigious trophy is set to tour various locations in the country from August 7 to 9, showcasing the emblem of cricketing glory to adoring fans and supporters.
The coveted ICC Cricket World Cup trophy will make its first stop at midnight tonight, as it arrives in Dhaka.
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On August 7, an official photoshoot with the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 trophy will take place at Service Area 1, Padma Multipurpose Bridge, Mawa End. This event, scheduled for 3 pm, will capture iconic moments with the gleaming trophy against the backdrop of one of Bangladesh's remarkable landmarks.
The excitement will escalate on August 8 when the trophy will be put on display at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur.
Starting at 9 am and continuing until noon, this exclusive event will welcome esteemed guests, including members of the National Team, Women's Team, current and former cricketers, cricket officials, organizers, and representatives from the media.
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The grand finale of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Trophy Tour in Bangladesh will be a public exhibition of the trophy at the Bashundhara City Shopping Mall, located in the heart of Dhaka at Panthapath. On August 9, cricket enthusiasts and fans of all ages will have the chance to witness the gleaming trophy firsthand from 11 am to 8 pm.
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Trophy Tour started in late June, and the program is covering 18 countries around the world including Kuwait, Bahrain, Malaysia, USA, Nigeria, Uganda, France, Italy, the United States of America, and the host country India, as ICC said. After Bangladesh, the World Cup trophy will travel to Kuwait.