April 1, 2011 9:58 PM

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India-Lanka clash for World Cup title

India take on Sri Lanka in the final of the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup tournament at the historic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday. President of India Mrs Pratibha Devisingh Patil along with her Sri Lankan counterpart Mahinda Rajapakse will join millions of cricket fans to enjoy the day-night encounter amid tight security arrangements. All India Radio will broadcast live commentary on tomorrow's final match. The commentary can be heard on Medium Wave and FM Gold Channel from 2 P.M. onwards. India are just one win away from crowning themselves as the 2011 ODI World champions after almost 28 years. It is also another chance for master blaster Sachin Tendulkar to fulfill his 100th century and also the dream of winning the World Cup, that has been missing from his collection. The home team backed by wishes of millions of passionate fans and a never-say-die spirit they proved in the semi final against Pakistan. Both India and Sri Lanka, who have played against each other frequently in recent times, have won the coveted trophy once each. Both the teams have some injury concerns, Ashish Nehra, is ruled out because of a finger injury. Similarly, Sri Lanka have injury concerns over Muralitharan and all-rounder Angelo Matthews and have called in Suraj Randiv and Chaminda Vaas as cover. A host of Bollywood celebrities including the three Khans, Shahrukh, Salman and Amir are also expected to cheer the Indian team from the stands. The state government has already declared a holiday for all government offices in the city and suburbs on Saturday.

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