The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 is set to captivate cricket fans around the globe with a series of electrifying matches hosted in various iconic venues across the United States and the Caribbean. This prestigious tournament will showcase the world’s top cricketing nations battling it out for the coveted title in the shortest format of the game. Here’s a detailed look at the match schedule, ensuring fans don’t miss any action from this international cricket fiesta.
Overview of the Tournament
The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 features a comprehensive schedule, kicking off on June 2, 2024, with games spread across several stunning locations including Dallas, New York, Guyana, Barbados, and more. This tournament is not just a celebration of cricket but also a testament to the sport’s growing popularity in regions traditionally not known for their cricketing prowess.
| Cricket Event | ICC T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Council Name | International Cricket Council (ICC) |
| Hosting Country Names | United States of America, West Indies |
| Total Participating Teams | 20 Teams |
| Total Matches | 55 Matches |
| Participating Teams | India, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Pakistan,England,West Indies, Sri Lanka, USA, Nambia, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Canada, Scotland, Uganda, Netherlands, Ireland, Oman, Papua New Guinea, Nepal |
| T20 World Cup 2024 Start Date | 1 June 2024 |
| T20 World Cup 2024 Final Match Date | 29 June 2024 |
Key Matches to Watch
The tournament opens with a high-octane clash between the USA and Canada in Dallas, setting the tone for a series of competitive matches. Here are some key matchups and their details:
- USA vs Canada: The opening match in Dallas on June 2, 2024, at 06:00 AM promises to start the tournament with a local derby full of rivalry and excitement.
- India vs Pakistan: Always a highlight in any cricket tournament, this match is scheduled for June 9, 2024, at 08:00 PM in New York. It’s expected to draw massive global viewership.
- Australia vs England: Another fierce rivalry, this game will take place on June 8, 2024, at 10:30 PM in Barbados, featuring two of the strongest teams in the cricketing world.
- West Indies vs Uganda: As the host nation, West Indies will take on Uganda on June 9, 2024, at 06:00 AM in Guyana, allowing local fans to support their team.
| Team 1 | Team 2 | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | CANADA | Sun Jun 2 | 06:00 AM | Dallas |
| WEST INDIES | PAPUA NEW GUINEA | Sun Jun 2 | 08:00 PM | Guyana |
| NAMIBIA | OMAN | Mon Jun 3 | 06:00 AM | Barbados |
| SRI LANKA | SOUTH AFRICA | Mon Jun 3 | 08:00 PM | New York |
| AFGHANISTAN | UGANDA | Tue Jun 4 | 06:00 AM | Guyana |
| ENGLAND | SCOTLAND | Tue Jun 4 | 08:00 PM | Barbados |
| NETHERLANDS | NEPAL | Tue Jun 4 | 09:00 PM | Dallas |
| INDIA | IRELAND | Wed Jun 5 | 08:00 PM | New York |
| PAPUA NEW GUINEA | UGANDA | Thu Jun 6 | 05:00 AM | Guyana |
| AUSTRALIA | OMAN | Thu Jun 6 | 06:00 AM | Barbados |
| USA | PAKISTAN | Thu Jun 6 | 09:00 PM | Dallas |
| NAMIBIA | SCOTLAND | Fri Jun 7 | 12:30 AM | Barbados |
| CANADA | IRELAND | Fri Jun 7 | 08:00 PM | New York |
| NEW ZEALAND | AFGHANISTAN | Sat Jun 8 | 05:00 AM | Guyana |
| SRI LANKA | BANGLADESH | Sat Jun 8 | 06:00 AM | Dallas |
| NETHERLANDS | SOUTH AFRICA | Sat Jun 8 | 08:00 PM | New York |
| AUSTRALIA | ENGLAND | Sat Jun 8 | 10:30 PM | Barbados |
| WEST INDIES | UGANDA | Sun Jun 9 | 06:00 AM | Guyana |
| INDIA | PAKISTAN | Sun Jun 9 | 08:00 PM | New York |
| OMAN | SCOTLAND | Sun Jun 9 | 10:30 PM | Antigua |
| SOUTH AFRICA | BANGLADESH | Mon Jun 10 | 08:00 PM | New York |
| PAKISTAN | CANADA | Tue Jun 11 | 08:00 PM | New York |
| SRI LANKA | NEPAL | Wed Jun 12 | 05:00 AM | Florida |
| AUSTRALIA | NAMIBIA | Wed Jun 12 | 06:00 AM | Antigua |
| USA | INDIA | Wed Jun 12 | 08:00 PM | New York |
| WEST INDIES | NEW ZEALAND | Thu Jun 13 | 06:00 AM | Trinidad and Tobago |
| BANGLADESH | NETHERLANDS | Thu Jun 13 | 08:00 PM | St Vincent |
| ENGLAND | OMAN | Fri Jun 14 | 12:30 AM | Antigua |
| AFGHANISTAN | PAPUA NEW GUINEA | Fri Jun 14 | 06:00 AM | Trinidad and Tobago |
| USA | IRELAND | Fri Jun 14 | 08:00 PM | Florida |
| SOUTH AFRICA | NEPAL | Sat Jun 15 | 05:00 AM | St Vincent |
| NEW ZEALAND | UGANDA | Sat Jun 15 | 06:00 AM | Trinidad and Tobago |
| INDIA | CANADA | Sat Jun 15 | 08:00 PM | Florida |
| NAMIBIA | ENGLAND | Sat Jun 15 | 10:30 PM | Antigua |
| AUSTRALIA | SCOTLAND | Sun Jun 16 | 06:00 AM | St Lucia |
| PAKISTAN | IRELAND | Sun Jun 16 | 08:00 PM | Florida |
| BANGLADESH | NEPAL | Mon Jun 17 | 05:00 AM | St Vincent |
| SRI LANKA | NETHERLANDS | Mon Jun 17 | 06:00 AM | St Lucia |
| NEW ZEALAND | PAPUA NEW GUINEA | Mon Jun 17 | 08:00 PM | Trinidad and Tobago |
| WEST INDIES | AFGHANISTAN | Tue Jun 18 | 06:00 AM | St Lucia |
| A2 | D1 | Wed Jun 19 | 08:00 PM | Antigua |
| B1 | C2 | Thu Jun 20 | 06:00 AM | St Lucia |
| C1 | A1 | Thu Jun 20 | 08:00 PM | Barbados |
| B2 | D2 | Fri Jun 21 | 06:00 AM | Antigua |
| B1 | D1 | Fri Jun 21 | 08:00 PM | St Lucia |
| A2 | C2 | Sat Jun 22 | 06:00 AM | Barbados |
| A1 | D2 | Sat Jun 22 | 08:00 PM | Antigua |
| C1 | B2 | Sun Jun 23 | 06:00 AM | St Vincent |
| A2 | B1 | Sun Jun 23 | 08:00 PM | Barbados |
| C2 | D1 | Mon Jun 24 | 06:00 AM | Antigua |
| B2 | A1 | Mon Jun 24 | 08:00 PM | St Lucia |
| C1 | D2 | Tue Jun 25 | 06:00 AM | St Vincent |
| T.B.C. | T.B.C. | Thu Jun 27 | 06:00 AM | Trinidad and Tobago |
| T.B.C. | T.B.C. | Thu Jun 27 | 08:00 PM | Guyana |
| T.B.C. | T.B.C. | Sat Jun 29 | 08:00 PM | Barbados |
Venues and Their Significance
The selection of venues like New York and Dallas highlights the ICC’s efforts to bring cricket to a wider audience, tapping into the expatriate communities and potentially new fans in the Americas. Traditional cricketing grounds like Guyana and Barbados will provide the quintessential Caribbean cricketing experience with their passionate fans and festive atmospheres.
Tournament Structure
The tournament’s structure allows each team multiple opportunities to prove their mettle on the world stage. The matches are well distributed throughout the month, with final group stage matches leading up to critical knockout stages. The excitement will culminate in the final matches scheduled for late June, with the grand finale on June 29, 2024, in Barbados.
T20 World Cup 2024 Groups
| Group A | Group B | Group C | Group D |
| India | Australia | New Zealand | South Africa |
| Pakistan | England | West Indies | Sri Lanka |
| USA | Nambia | Afghanistan | Bangladesh |
| Canada | Scotland | Uganda | Netherlands |
| Ireland | Oman | Papua New Guinea | Nepal |
Closing Thoughts
The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 is more than just a cricket tournament; it’s a global festival celebrating the spirit of cricket. The event promises to bring together diverse nations and showcase thrilling athletic prowess and strategic depths of T20 cricket. For fans planning to follow the games, the detailed schedule ensures they can mark their calendars and support their favorite teams. Whether watching from the stands or tuning in from around the world, the T20 World Cup 2024 is set to be a landmark event in the cricketing calendar.