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The eagerly awaited ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to kick off on October 3, 2024. Originally scheduled in Bangladesh, the prestigious tournament has shifted to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), adding a new layer of excitement with its unique atmosphere and modern cricketing facilities. A total of 10 teams will compete for the prestigious title, divided into two groups, A and B.

The opening match will set the tone for the tournament, with Scotland going head-to-head against Bangladesh at Sharjah. Both teams will look to make a strong start, setting their sights on progressing deep into the tournament. The UAE’s world-class venues are expected to offer ideal playing conditions, creating a perfect backdrop for a tournament that will showcase women’s cricket’s growing depth and talent. 

Defending champions Australia, who have dominated the women’s T20 cricket scene, will once again be the team to beat. Having claimed the title in 2020 and 2023, they are entering the tournament with a formidable squad, filled with seasoned campaigners and young prodigies.

WT20 World Cup 2024: All participating teams

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will feature ten top teams, split into two groups, competing for the ultimate glory. Each group is packed with exciting talent and fierce competition, ensuring an intense battle for the knockout stages. Here’s a breakdown of the participating teams in each group:

Group AGroup B
IndiaBangladesh
AustraliaEngland
PakistanSouth Africa
Sri LankaWest Indies
New ZealandScotland

WT20 World Cup 2024: Captains

Set against the backdrop of the UAE, the skippers of the respective teams are expected to highlight the unique strengths of each team, along with the personal journeys of the captains. From seasoned leaders like Australia’s Alyssa Healy to India’s Harmanpreet Kaur, this gathering will emphasize the strategic battles that await on the field, as the world watches in anticipation.

TeamCaptain
IndiaHarmanpreet Kaur
AustraliaAlyssa Healy
PakistanFatima Sana
Sri LankaChamari Athapaththu
New ZealandSophie Devine
BangladeshNigar Sultana
EnglandHeather Knight
South AfricaSune Luus
West IndiesHayley Matthews
ScotlandKathryn Bryce

Venue

The WT20 World Cup 2024 will take place across two iconic venues in the UAE. The Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah, known for its rich cricketing history and electrifying atmosphere, will host several key fixtures.

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium, renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and capacity to host major international events, will stage crucial matches, including the final.

Format

The WT20 World Cup 2024 will follow a league and knockout format, with teams competing in a round-robin group stage followed by semi-finals and a final to determine the champion.

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 full schedule

The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will consist of 20 league matches, followed by two semi-finals and the final. The tournament will take place across multiple venues in the UAE, with teams competing for the title, culminating in the final on October 20, 2024.

DateMatchTeamsVenueTime (IST)Time (GMT)
Thu, 03 Oct 20241st Match, Group BBangladesh Women vs Scotland WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah3:30 PM10:00 AM
Thu, 03 Oct 20242nd Match, Group APakistan Women vs Sri Lanka WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah7:30 PM2:00 PM
Fri, 04 Oct 20243rd Match, Group BSouth Africa Women vs West Indies WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai3:30 PM10:00 AM
Fri, 04 Oct 20244th Match, Group AIndia Women vs New Zealand WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai7:30 PM2:00 PM
Sat, 05 Oct 20245th Match, Group BBangladesh Women vs England WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah3:30 PM10:00 AM
Sat, 05 Oct 20246th Match, Group AAustralia Women vs Sri Lanka WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah7:30 PM2:00 PM
Sun, 06 Oct 20247th Match, Group AIndia Women vs Pakistan WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai3:30 PM10:00 AM
Sun, 06 Oct 20248th Match, Group BWest Indies Women vs Scotland WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai7:30 PM2:00 PM
Mon, 07 Oct 20249th Match, Group BEngland Women vs South Africa WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah7:30 PM2:00 PM
Tue, 08 Oct 202410th Match, Group AAustralia Women vs New Zealand WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah7:30 PM2:00 PM
Wed, 09 Oct 202411th Match, Group BSouth Africa Women vs Scotland WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai3:30 PM10:00 AM
Wed, 09 Oct 202412th Match, Group AIndia Women vs Sri Lanka WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai7:30 PM2:00 PM
Thu, 10 Oct 202413th Match, Group BBangladesh Women vs West Indies WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah7:30 PM2:00 PM
Fri, 11 Oct 202414th Match, Group AAustralia Women vs Pakistan WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai7:30 PM2:00 PM
Sat, 12 Oct 202415th Match, Group ANew Zealand Women vs Sri Lanka WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah3:30 PM10:00 AM
Sat, 12 Oct 202416th Match, Group BBangladesh Women vs South Africa WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai7:30 PM2:00 PM
Sun, 13 Oct 202417th Match, Group BEngland Women vs Scotland WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah3:30 PM10:00 AM
Sun, 13 Oct 202418th Match, Group AIndia Women vs Australia WomenSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah7:30 PM2:00 PM
Mon, 14 Oct 202419th Match, Group APakistan Women vs New Zealand WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai7:30 PM2:00 PM
Tue, 15 Oct 202420th Match, Group BEngland Women vs West Indies WomenDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai7:30 PM2:00 PM
Thu, 17 Oct 20241st Semi-FinalTBC vs TBCDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai7:30 PM2:00 PM
Fri, 18 Oct 20242nd Semi-FinalTBC vs TBCSharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah7:30 PM2:00 PM
Sun, 20 Oct 2024FinalTBC vs TBCDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai7:30 PM2:00 PM

How to watch ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024

The Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will be available for live streaming in India on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website.

For those preferring to watch on television, the tournament will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network, ensuring widespread coverage of the grand event.

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