Pakistan-India Clash Fuels Merchandise Boom in Karachi Ahead of T20 World Cup

• Karachi witnesses a surge in demand for unofficial and customized national team merchandise ahead of the high-voltage Pakistan-India ICC World T20 Cup clash.
• Shopkeepers in Zainab Market and Lighthouse report record sales of jerseys, caps, and armbands, with demand spiking after the match confirmation.
• The match's build-up included Pakistan initially boycotting the fixture in solidarity with Bangladesh, later reversing its stance.
• Official PCB merchandise, branded "Markhor" and priced higher, is also seeing strong online demand from Pakistanis abroad.
• Beyond merchandise, clubs, restaurants, and cineplexes are arranging special screenings, and Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab has organized public celebrations.