India and England cricketers on Wednesday held practice sessions ahead of their second One - Day International (ODI) match at Barabati Stadium here on Thursday.
Earlier, the players arrived in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday amid tight security.
They arrived here on a special flight and were given a rousing welcome at the Mayfair hotel where they will stay.
Hundreds of cricket fans, including those of the England team, had gathered at the hotel for a glimpse of the cricketers.
"I have come from a distant Koraput district for a glimpse of Virat Kohli.
I have bought a ticket to watch the match and cheer the Indian team at Barabati stadium, " said Sudarshan Behera.
The commissionerate police have made elaborate security arrangements for the safety of the players.
While about 25 platoons of police have been deployed in Bhubaneswar, a total of 63 platoons of security personnel will be deployed at the Barabati stadium during the ODI match.
Besides, CCTV cameras have been installed inside the stadium.
IANS
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