Pakistan vs India T20 World Cup: NYC beefs up security measures amid 'ISIS threats'

NEW YORK CITY – Archrivals Pakistan and India are set to meet in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 which is staring in just few days and teams are already gearing up for the flagship cricket event.

In the upcoming event, Pakistan vs India game will be much anticipated game as now security arrangements in New York are being elevated for the high-octane clash at Eisenhower Park in Long Island, NYC Governor Kathy Hochul said.

Tens of thousands of cricket fans will be in New York on June 9 to witness the biggest game of cricket world, with two Asian giants locking horns.

Pakistan vs India T20 World Cup 2024

A social media post shared by NYC Governor said “In preparation for the @cricketworldcup, my team has been working with federal & local law enforcement to keep attendees safe,” she further mentioned that there is no credible threat.

Law enforcement and other security agencies are however monitoring the situation leading up to the tournament.

NYC police chief said they are gearing up for largest security arrangement ever. He said when you’ve got a game and a crowd as big as this, everything is credible.

The security arrangement were increased as World Cup games received threat linked to Daesh last month, as well as specific threats related to the Pakistan vs India match, prompting his department to take extraordinary measures.

Ahead of much-anticipated game, NYC authorities are preparing largest security operation, assuring masses to enjoy safest place in Nassau County on June 9 inside that stadium.