The Heat is On: T20 World Cup 2024 Schedule Announced!

Cricket fans, rejoice! The wait is over as the International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the much-anticipated schedule for the T20 World Cup 2024. Get ready for a summer of electrifying cricket action, with 16 nations battling it out for the coveted trophy across the picturesque landscapes of the United States and the Caribbean.

Mark Your Calendars:

The tournament kicks off on June 1st, 2024, and culminates in a grand finale on June 29th. Buckle up for a month of nonstop cricketing drama, with matches spread across nine stunning venues in the USA and the West Indies.

T20 World Cup 2024 schedule

Dates	Matches	Groups	Venues
June 1, Saturday	USA vs Canada	Group A	Dallas
June 2, Sunday	West Indies vs Papua New Guinea	Group C	Guyana
June 2, Sunday	Namibia vs Oman	Group B	Barbados
June 3, Monday	Sri Lanka vs South Africa	Group D	New York
June 3, Monday	Afghanistan vs Uganda	Group C	Guyana
June 4, Tuesday	England vs Scotland	Group B	Barbados
June 4, Tuesday	Netherlands vs Nepal	Group D	Dallas
June 5, Wednesday	India vs Ireland	Group A	New York
June 5, Wednesday	Papua New Guinea vs Uganda	Group C	Guyana
June 5, Wednesday	Australia vs Oman	Group B	Barbados
June 6, Thursday	USA vs Pakistan	Group A	Dallas
June 6, Thursday	Namibia vs Scotland	Group B	Barbados
June 7, Friday	Canada vs Ireland	Group A	New York
June 7, Friday	New Zealand vs Afghanistan	Group C	Guyana
June 7, Friday	Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh	Group D	Dallas
June 8, Saturday	Netherlands vs South Africa	Group D	New York
June 8, Saturday	Australia vs England	Group B	Barbados
June 8, Saturday	West Indies vs Uganda	Group C	Guyana
June 9, Sunday	India vs Pakistan	Group A	New York
June 9, Sunday	Oman vs Scotland	Group B	Antigua and Barbuda
June 10, Monday	South Africa vs Bangladesh	Group D	New York
June 11, Tuesday	Pakistan vs Canada	Group A	New York
June 11, Tuesday	Sri Lanka vs Nepal	Group D	Lauderhill
June 11, Tuesday	Australia vs Namibia	Group B	Antigua and Barbuda
June 12, Wednesday	USA vs India	Group A	New York
June 12, Wednesday	West Indies vs New Zealand	Group C	Trinidad and Tobago
June 13, Thursday	England vs Oman	Group B	Antigua and Barbuda
June 13, Thursday	Bangladesh vs Netherlands	Group D	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
June 13, Thursday	Afghanistan vs Papua New Guinea	Group C	Trinidad and Tobago
June 14, Friday	USA vs Ireland	Group A	Lauderhill
June 14, Friday	South Africa vs Nepal	Group D	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
June 14, Friday	New Zealand vs Uganda	Group C	Trinidad and Tobago
June 15, Ssturday	India vs Canada	Group A	Lauderhill
June 15, Saturday	Namibia vs England	Group B	Antigua and Barbuda
June 15, Saturday	Australia vs Scotland	Group B	Saint Lucia
June 16, Sunday	Pakistan vs Ireland	Group A	Lauderhill
June 16, Sunday	Bangladesh vs Nepal	Group D	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
June 16, Sunday	Sri Lanka vs Netherlands	Group D	Saint Lucia
June 17, Monday	New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea	Group C	Trinidad and Tobago
June 17, Monday	West Indies vs Afghanistan	Group C	Saint Lucia
June 19, Wednesday	A2 vs D1	Group 2	Antigua and Barbuda
June 19, Wednesday	B1 vs C2	Group 2	Saint Lucia
June 20, Thursday	C1 vs A1	Group 1	Barbados
June 20, Thursday	B2 vs D2	Group 1	Antigua and Barbuda
June 21, Friday	B1 vs D1	Group 2	Saint Lucia
June 21, Friday	A2 vs C2	Group 2	Barbados
June 22, Saturday	A1 vs D2	Group 1	Antigua and Barbuda
June 22, Saturday	C1 vs B2	Group 1	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
June 23, Sunday	A2 vs B1	Group 2	Barbados
June 23, Sunday	C2 vs D1	Group 2	Antigua and Barbuda
June 24, Monday	B2 vs A1	Group 1	Saint Lucia
June 24, Monday	C1 vs D1	Group 1	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
June 26, Wednesday	TBD	Semi-final 1	Guyana
June 27, Thursday	TBD	Semi-final 2	Trinidad and Tobago
June 29, Saturday	TBD	Final	Barbados

Format Frenzy:

The tournament format promises a rollercoaster ride of competition. Here’s a breakdown of the cricketing journey:

Group Stage: Each team plays five matches against other teams in their group. The top four teams from each group advance to the Super 12 stage.
Super 12: The eight remaining teams are further divided into two groups and play each other once. The top two teams from each group qualify for the semi-finals.
Knockout Stage: The semi-finals will be held on June 26th and 27th, with the grand finale taking place on June 29th at the iconic Kensington Oval in Barbados.

Matches to Watch:

While every match promises to be a nail-biter, some encounters are guaranteed to set the cricketing world ablaze:

India vs Pakistan: This high-voltage clash, scheduled for June 9th in New York City, is already generating immense buzz. Prepare for fireworks as these arch-rivals lock horns in a battle for cricketing supremacy.
Australia vs England: These cricketing giants, known for their thrilling encounters, will face off on June 16th in Trinidad. Expect a display of power-hitting and tactical brilliance as both teams vie for bragging rights.
Semi-finals and Final: The knockout stages are where champions are made. Buckle up for intense pressure, nail-biting finishes, and unexpected heroes as the top teams battle it out for the ultimate glory.

Beyond the Bat and Ball:

The T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be more than just cricket. Get ready for a vibrant celebration of culture, music, and Caribbean flair. Immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere, savor the exotic flavors, and soak up the infectious energy of the islands.

So, mark your calendars, dust off your team jerseys, and get ready to cheer for your favorite cricketers! The T20 World Cup 2024 is going to be an unforgettable cricketing extravaganza.