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ICC Unveils Fixtures for Groundbreaking ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 – Cricket World Cup

January 5, 2024

ICC Unveils Fixtures for Groundbreaking ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 – Cricket World Cup

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the highly anticipated fixtures for the groundbreaking ninth edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, set to be co-hosted by the West Indies and the United States from June 1 to 29, 2024. This landmark event marks the first time the prestigious tournament will be held across two nations, ushering in a new era for international cricket.

The tournament will kick off on June 1, 2024, with co-hosts the United States facing Canada in the inaugural T20I match at the Grand Prairie Stadium.

The West Indies, as co-hosts, will play their group matches in Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago, and Saint Lucia, delighting cricket fans across the Caribbean.

Two of cricket’s fiercest rivals, India and Pakistan, will clash in a highly anticipated encounter in New York on June 9, 2024, promising an exhilarating experience for cricket enthusiasts.

Defending champions England and Australia will face off in the group stage, ensuring a thrilling battle between these cricketing powerhouses.

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Final will be hosted in Barbados on June 29, 2024, providing a picturesque backdrop for the tournament’s grand finale.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the highly anticipated fixtures for the groundbreaking ninth edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, set to be co-hosted by the West Indies and the United States from June 1 to 29, 2024. This landmark event will feature a record-breaking 20 teams, marking an exciting new chapter in international cricket history. Fans can register for tickets at [link].

The pinnacle of men’s T20 cricket will see 20 teams, divided into four groups, compete in an exhilarating 55 matches for the coveted title of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Champions 2024. 

Participants include co-hosts the West Indies and the USA, along with a diverse lineup of qualifiers: Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, England, India, Ireland, Namibia, Nepal, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea (PNG), Scotland, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and Uganda.

This historic event promises to bring together a global audience as fans eagerly anticipate an unforgettable celebration of cricket’s vibrant spirit and the sport’s rapid growth. As the countdown begins, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is poised to deliver intense competition and iconic moments on the international stage.

The 20 participating teams in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 have been strategically divided into four groups of five, each vying for a chance to progress to the highly anticipated Super Eights stage. The top two teams from each group will advance, setting the stage for intense competition and thrilling matchups throughout the tournament.

Here is a breakdown of the groups for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024:

Group A: India, Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, and the United States

Group B: England, Australia, Namibia, Scotland, and Oman

Group C: New Zealand, the West Indies, Afghanistan, Uganda, and Papua New Guinea

Group D: South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the Netherlands, and Nepal

Each team will compete against their group opponents in a series of exhilarating matches. The top two teams from each group will progress to the Super Eights stage, where the competition will intensify as they vie for a chance to lift the prestigious ICC Men’s T20 World Cup trophy.

As the excitement builds, the tournament will kick off with the two co-hosts starting their campaigns on the first two days of June. The USA will face Canada in the tournament opener at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Dallas on Saturday, June 1, while the West Indies will begin their journey against Papua New Guinea at the Guyana National Stadium on Sunday, June 2.

One of cricket’s most intense rivalries will unfold in one of the world’s most iconic cities as New York hosts the India versus Pakistan match on Sunday, June 9. The fixture will be played in a cutting-edge 34,000-seat modular stadium 30 miles east of downtown Manhattan in Nassau County, New York. A total of eight matches will be played at this impressive venue.

Defending champions England will start their title defense on Tuesday, June 4, in Barbados against Scotland. The 2022 finalists, Pakistan, will begin their campaign on Thursday, June 6, facing the USA in Dallas.

Among the numerous blockbuster matchups in the group stage, fans can look forward to Sri Lanka taking on South Africa in New York on Monday, June 3. Additionally, England will go head-to-head with their long-standing rivals, Australia, in Barbados on Saturday, June 8. 

Another highly anticipated clash will see the West Indies battling New Zealand on Wednesday, June 12, at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad and Tobago.

Uganda, first-time qualifiers, will play their inaugural ICC Men’s T20 World Cup fixture against Afghanistan in Guyana on Monday, June 3. Nepal, returning to the T20 World Cup for the first time since 2014, will open its campaign against Sri Lanka in one of four matches to be played at Broward County Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida.

Following the group stage, the top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Eight stage. The Super Eight matches will be held in popular Caribbean tourist destinations: Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Semi-finals will be hosted in Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago on Wednesday, June 26, and Thursday, June 27. The final will occur at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on Saturday, June 29.

Fans can register their interest in tickets through a ballot, ensuring they receive the latest ticket news to secure their seats at the World Cup. Alternatively, fans can guarantee match tickets by purchasing official ticket-inclusive travel packages through ICC Travel & Tours. Registrations for travel and tour packages are now open and can be accessed here.

ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said, “The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 marks an exciting expansion of our sport with more teams than ever set to compete in this event. It will be an incredible spectacle bringing together 20 international teams from Africa, the Americas, Asia, East Asia-Pacific, and Europe, showcasing the global growth and appeal of T20 cricket.

The highly anticipated ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 will be co-hosted by the West Indies and the United States from June 1 to June 29. Featuring an expanded roster of 20 international teams, this marks the first time a major ICC tournament will include matches played in the United States. The game will showcase talent from various regions, including Africa, the Americas, Asia, East-Asia Pacific, and Europe.

As the competition heats up, the two top teams from each group in the Super Eight will progress to the semi-finals, which will be held in Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana on Wednesday, June 26, and Thursday, June 27, respectively. The final match will occur at the Kensington Oval in Barbados on Saturday, June 29. Cricket fans can now register their interest on the official website to secure seats for this thrilling event. Additionally, fans can guarantee match tickets through the official travel program, ICC Travel & Tours, by purchasing ticket-inclusive travel packages.

“The release of the fixtures is made even more exciting for fans as we enter a new frontier, with the USA hosting a major ICC event for the first time. With 16 matches being played across three venues in the USA, it allows us to make a statement in the world’s biggest sports market.

“It will also be great to have an ICC event back in the West Indies, which has such a rich history of the game. It has hosted World Cups with great success in the past and this tournament will certainly provide a boost to the game there, especially with the final being played in Barbados.”

Cricket West Indies (CWI) Chief Executive Johnny Grave expressed excitement about announcing the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 match schedule. Grave emphasized that this announcement is pivotal in the tournament’s preparations, generating anticipation among participating teams, fans, and cricket enthusiasts worldwide. The schedule now available sets the stage for a captivating and unforgettable journey as the global cricket community looks forward to the exhilarating competition that lies ahead.

“In addition to the match fixtures, the announcement also highlights the host countries and iconic venues that will set the stage for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Each host country and city will bring its own unique flavour to the tournament, and fans from every corner of the globe can expect an exciting blend of T20 cricketing entertainment, local culture and warm hospitality.

“From classic rivalries to history making upsets and continental showdowns, fans can start looking forward to an action-packed month of games at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup next June, and we encourage everyone to get tickets as soon as they go on sale as we expect the demand to be high.”

Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in North Texas is gearing up to host the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 marquee opening match. As the USA co-hosts this prestigious event alongside the West Indies, the 7,200-seat stadium has undergone a remarkable $20 million renovation in preparation for the inaugural Major League Cricket season.

The opening match on June 1 will see the United States face off against Canada, with additional group-stage matches featuring teams such as the Netherlands, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. Fans can register their ticket interest on the official website as the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium prepares to welcome cricket enthusiasts worldwide to this historic event.

“We know that cricket fans from across the country will be out in force on June 1 as the United States hosts Canada in the curtain-raiser for the tournament. The match will mark a new chapter in a rivalry dating back longer than any other in international cricket, all the way to 1844.

“In addition, we can’t wait to welcome fans from Pakistan, the Netherlands, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to the Lone Star State for a further three matches at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium where many of the stars of Major League Cricket will be playing for their countries.”

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