Will Dua Lipa perform at the World Cup final in Ahmedabad? So far, here's what we know.Will Dua Lipa perform at the World Cup final in Ahmedabad? So far, here's what we know.

Though the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not revealed its plans for Sunday, the news broke after the singer interacted with some of the players in an AskDua session prior to the first semi-final between India and New Zealand.

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According to news reports, Hollywood pop sensation Dua Lipa may perform at the 2023 International Cricket Council Men's Cricket World Cup's musical ceremony before the final match on Sunday.

The news broke after the singer interacted with some of the players in an AskDua session prior to India's first semi-final match against New Zealand.

 

India and Australia advanced to the final after knocking out New Zealand and South Africa, respectively.

According to news reports, Hollywood pop sensation Dua Lipa may perform at the 2023 International Cricket Council Men's Cricket World Cup musical ceremony before the final match on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Dua had previously performed at a number of other sporting events, including the UEFA Champions League.    Though the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not revealed its plans for Sunday, the news broke after the singer interacted with some of the players in an AskDua session prior to India's first semi-final against New Zealand.

The Albanian singer-songwriter spoke with India's K L Rahul and Shubman Gill, as well as Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell from New Zealand, who asked her about her favorite songs.

During the conversation, Gill asked her what song she would (possibly) perform in the World Cup opening and closing ceremonies. 'Physical' and 'One Kiss' were her responses.

She even gave Daryl Mitchell some captivating dancing tips, saying that having fun made every performance better. She even gave Daryl Mitchell some captivating dancing tips, saying that having fun made every performance better.

If Dua plays in the ICC World Cup final on Sunday in Ahmedabad, it will be her first appearance in India in four years. In November 2019, the three-time Grammy Award winner made his debut in India. Dua performed alongside pop sensation Katy Perry at the OnePlus music festival, which was held at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.

Other WC final performances

Though fans may have to wait for Dua's confirmation, the Indian Air Force has already announced that an air show will take place during the final on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

The Gujarat Defence PRO announced that the Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team will entertain spectators for ten minutes before the final match, which will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in the Motera area.

The air show will be practiced on Friday and Saturday, according to the PRO.

Celebrities in attendance at the final

According to media reports, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a number of union ministers are expected to attend the final match in Ahmedabad. Anthony Albanese, Australia's Prime Minister, has also been invited to the final.

In addition, India's two World Cup-winning captains, Kapil Dev and Mahendra Singh Dhoni, are expected to join the celebrities in supporting Team India. Singer Aditya Gadhvi of 'Khalasi' fame, singer Jonita Gandhi, and music composer Pritam are also expected to perform at the pre-match ceremony.

WC Final: India vs. Australia

India and Australia advanced to the final after knocking out New Zealand and South Africa, respectively. India defeated Australia in the tournament's league campaign, their first match in this tournament.

India is unbeaten so far, while Australia has lost its first two matches to India and South Africa.

India's World Cup campaign in 2023

India defeated Australia by 6 wickets in Chennai in the first match.

In the second match, India defeated Afghanistan by 8 wickets in Delhi.

Match 3: In Ahmedabad, India defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets.

In Pune, India defeated Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the fourth match.

India defeated New Zealand by four wickets in Dharamsala in the fifth match.

In the sixth match, India defeated England by 100 runs in Lucknow.

In Mumbai, India defeated Sri Lanka by 302 runs in the seventh match.

India defeated South Africa by 243 runs in Kolkata in Match 8.

India defeated the Netherlands by 160 runs in Bangalore in Match 9.

"The nation Indian cricket team gained an exciting 70-run achieving towards the hosts New Zealand in the the semifinals."

Australia's World Cup campaign

Match 1: Australia was defeated by India by six wickets in Chennai.

In the second match, Australia was defeated by South Africa by 134 runs in Lucknow.

In the third match, Australia defeated Sri Lanka by 5 wickets in Lucknow.

Australia defeated Pakistan by 62 runs in Bengaluru in the fourth match.

Australia defeated the Netherlands by 309 runs in Delhi in the fifth match.

Australia defeated New Zealand by 5 runs in Dharamsala in the sixth match.

Australia defeated England by 33 runs in Ahmedabad in Match 7.

In Pune, Australia defeated Afghanistan by three wickets.

Australia defeated Bangladesh by 8 wickets in Pune in Match 9.

Australia defeated South Africa by three wickets in the semi-finals in Kolkata.

Australia has won the ICC Cricket World Cup tournament five times in their seven appearances in the final. If Australia defeats India in the IND vs AUS ODI World Cup 2023 Final, they will win the prestigious World Cup for the sixth time in a row.

India would win the tournament for the third time if they defeated Australia.