Epic Showdown: New York Tightens Security for India-Pakistan T20 Battle
Security cover will be raised at the Eisenhower Park stadium in New York following reports of threats to the India vs Pakistan match on June 9 in T20 World Cup 2024
Eisenhower Park stadium, which is in Manhattan, will host eight matches from June 3 to June 12 including India-Pakistan contest
"Public safety is my top priority and we are committed to ensuring the Cricket World Cup is a safe, enjoyable experience." -Kathy Hochul, the governor of the state of New York
India play four games in New York - their first one against Canada (June 5), then the highly-anticipated clash with Pakistan
India arrived in the US on Tuesday and have begun training
Tournament and its related events in New York City could be viewed by extremists as an opportunity to commit acts of violence or disruption- Reuters said.
The high-voltage clash between India and Pakistan is set to take place on June 9 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York.