Stadium Ceremony Marks Anthem Moment Before India-Pakistan T20 World Cup Match
Anthem Sung Ahead of High-Profile Match
A large gathering joined in singing the national anthem ahead of the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match on 15/02/2026, Sunday evening at 7 PM. The ceremony took place at Premadasa Stadium in Sri Lanka before the start of the match.
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The collective rendition created a solemn atmosphere inside the stadium, with spectators and attendees participating in the moment before the sporting contest began.
Scene at Premadasa Stadium
The anthem ceremony was held as part of the pre-match proceedings. Visuals from the venue showed the crowd standing together as the anthem was sung in unison.
The occasion reflected the traditional practice of observing the anthem during major international fixtures, particularly in high-profile matches involving India and Pakistan.
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Pre-Match Observance and Public Participation
The gathering at the stadium witnessed large-scale participation in the anthem ceremony. The pre-match observance concluded shortly before the scheduled start of play.
Such ceremonies remain a regular feature during international tournaments, forming part of official match proceedings before the players take the field.
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