The ninth edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is set to commence in the United States and the West Indies from June 1, 2024. This year marks a historic moment as the tournament expands to host 20 teams, showcasing the sport’s growing global footprint. With matches scheduled in iconic locations and top cricketing nations participating, fans are in for a thrilling month of T20 cricket. This article provides a detailed overview of the full schedule, match dates, groups, format, squads, venues, and live streaming information for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
Tournament Format and Group Details
Tournament Format
The 2024 T20 World Cup introduces a new format to accommodate 20 teams, divided into four groups of five teams each. The tournament will unfold in three main stages: the Group Stage, the Super 8s, and the Knockouts.
- Group Stage: The initial phase involves a single-round robin format within the groups. The top two teams from each group advance to the Super 8s.
- Super 8s: The advancing teams are divided into two groups of four. They will again compete in a single-round robin format. The top two teams from each Super 8 group move to the semi-finals.
- Knockouts: The semi-finals and final will determine the champion of the tournament.
Group Stage
Group A
- India
- Pakistan
- Ireland
- United States
- Canada
Group B
- Australia
- England
- Namibia
- Oman
- Scotland
Group C
- Afghanistan
- New Zealand
- Papua New Guinea
- Uganda
- West Indies
Group D
- Bangladesh
- Netherlands
- Nepal
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
Super 8s Groupings
Based on pre-determined seedings, the Super 8s groups are as follows:
Group 1
- India (A1)
- Australia (B2)
- New Zealand (C1)
- Sri Lanka (D2)
Group 2
- Pakistan (A2)
- England (B1)
- West Indies (C2)
- South Africa (D1)
Venue Details
United States Venues
The US will host 16 matches across three states:
- New York: Hosting 8 matches including the marquee India-Pakistan clash.
- Texas: Another key venue with multiple matches.
- Florida: Rounding off the US venues with several important fixtures.
West Indies Venues
The Caribbean will host 39 matches across six nations:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Barbados: Hosting the final on June 29.
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Saint Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
Match Schedule
Here’s a detailed match schedule for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup:
Group Stage Fixtures
June 1
- Match 1: United States vs. Canada, Dallas – 06:00 AM IST (June 2 in India) (07:30 PM Local)
June 2
- Match 2: West Indies vs. Papua New Guinea, Guyana – 08:00 PM IST (10:30 AM local)
- Match 3: Namibia vs. Oman, Barbados – 06:00 AM IST (June 3 in India) (08:30 PM Local)
June 3
- Match 4: Sri Lanka vs. South Africa, New York – 08:00 PM IST (09:30 AM local)
- Match 5: Afghanistan vs. Uganda, Guyana – 06:00 AM IST (June 4 in India) (08:30 PM local)
June 4
- Match 6: England vs. Scotland, Barbados – 08:00 PM IST (10:30 AM Local)
- Match 7: Netherlands vs. Nepal, Dallas – 09:00 PM IST (10:30 AM local)
June 5
- Match 8: India vs. Ireland, New York – 08:00 PM IST (09:30 AM Local)
- Match 9: Papua New Guinea vs. Uganda, Guyana – 05:00 AM IST (June 6 in India) (07:30 PM local)
- Match 10: Australia vs. Oman, Barbados – 06:00 AM IST (June 6 in India) (08:30 PM Local)
June 6
- Match 11: United States vs. Pakistan, Dallas – 09:00 PM IST (10:30 AM Local)
- Match 12: Namibia vs. Scotland, Barbados – 12:30 AM IST (June 7 in India) (03:00 PM Local)
June 7
- Match 13: Canada vs. Ireland, New York – 08:00 PM IST (09:30 AM Local)
- Match 14: New Zealand vs. Afghanistan, Guyana – 05:00 AM IST (June 8 in India) (07:30 PM local)
- Match 15: Sri Lanka vs. Bangladesh, Dallas – 06:00 AM IST (June 8 in India) (07:30 PM local)
June 8
- Match 16: Netherlands vs. South Africa, New York – 08:00 PM IST (09:30 AM local)
- Match 17: West Indies vs. Uganda, Guyana – 06:00 AM IST (08:30 PM local)
- Match 18: Australia vs. England, Barbados – 10:30 PM IST (01:00 PM Local)
June 9
- Match 19: India vs. Pakistan, New York – 08:00 PM IST (09:30 AM Local)
- Match 20: Oman vs. Scotland, Antigua – 10:30 PM IST (01:00 PM Local)
June 10
- Match 21: South Africa vs. Bangladesh, New York – 08:00 PM IST (09:30 AM local)
June 11
- Match 22: Pakistan vs. Canada, New York – 08:00 PM IST (09:30 AM Local)
- Match 23: Sri Lanka vs. Nepal, Florida – 05:00 AM IST (June 12 in India) (07:30 PM local)
- Match 24: Australia vs. Namibia, Antigua – 06:00 AM IST (June 12 in India) (08:30 PM Local)
June 12
- Match 25: United States vs. India, New York – 08:00 PM IST (09:30 AM Local)
- Match 26: West Indies vs. New Zealand, Trinidad – 06:00 AM IST (June 13 in India) (08:30 PM local)
June 13
- Match 27: Bangladesh vs. Netherlands, St Vincent – 08:00 PM IST (10:30 AM local)
- Match 28: England vs. Oman, Antigua – 12:30 AM IST (June 14 in India) (03:00 PM Local)
- Match 29: Afghanistan vs. Papua New Guinea, Trinidad – 06:00 AM IST (June 14 in India) (08:30 PM local)
June 14
- Match 30: United States vs. Ireland, Florida – 08:00 PM IST (10:30 AM Local)
- Match 31: South Africa vs. Nepal, St Vincent – 05:00 AM IST (June 15 in India) (07:30 PM local)
- Match 32: New Zealand vs. Uganda, Trinidad – 06:00 AM IST (08:30 PM local)
June 15
- Match 33: India vs. Canada, Florida – 08:00 PM IST (10:30 AM Local)
- Match 34: Namibia vs. England, Antigua – 10:30 PM IST (01:00 PM Local)
June 15
- Match 35: Australia vs. Scotland, St Lucia – 06:00 AM IST (June 16 in India) (08:30 PM Local)
June 16
- Match 36: Pakistan vs. Ireland, Florida – 08:00 PM IST (10:30 AM Local)
- Match 37: Bangladesh vs. Nepal, St Vincent – 05:00 AM IST (June 17 in India) (07:30 PM local)
- Match 38: Sri Lanka vs. Netherlands, St Lucia – 06:00 AM IST (June 17 in India) (08:30 PM local)
June 17
- Match 39: New Zealand vs. Papua New Guinea, Trinidad – 08:00 PM IST (10:30 AM local)
- Match 40: West Indies vs. Afghanistan, St Lucia – 06:00 AM IST (08:30 PM local)
Super 8s (June 19-24)
June 19-24: Teams progressing to the Super 8s will play in a single-round robin format across two groups. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals.
Semi-Finals and Final
June 26: First Semi-Final, Trinidad June 27: Second Semi-Final, Barbados June 29: Final, Barbados
Squads
Details on each team’s squad will be updated closer to the tournament start date. For now, fans can expect star players from the participating nations, alongside emerging talents making their mark in international cricket.
Live Streaming
Cricket enthusiasts can catch the live action of the T20 World Cup 2024 through various streaming platforms and broadcasters worldwide. Official broadcasters include:
- Star Sports: India and the subcontinent
- Sky Sports: United Kingdom
- Willow TV: United States
- SuperSport: South Africa and sub-Saharan Africa
- Fox Sports: Australia
Additionally, streaming services like Hotstar, ESPN+, and Kayo Sports will provide live coverage, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the high-octane matches.
Conclusion
The 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup promises an exciting blend of established cricketing rivalries and new matchups, set against the backdrop of diverse and vibrant venues in the US and the West Indies. With a format designed to maximize competitive play and fan engagement, this tournament is poised to be a landmark event in the world of cricket. Stay tuned for further updates and prepare for a thrilling cricketing spectacle!