Cricket enthusiasts around the globe are in for a treat as the T20 World Cup 2024 promises a spectacle of epic proportions, with the marquee clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India set to take place at Eisenhower Park in New York on June 9. The tournament, co-hosted by the USA and West Indies, is scheduled to run from June 1 to June 29, featuring a total of 55 matches across various venues.
Group A, undoubtedly one of the most anticipated groups, comprises cricket powerhouses India and Pakistan, alongside Ireland, Canada, and the host nation, USA. The schedule for the group stage has been officially released by Star Sports, the official broadcasters of the tournament. India are set to play their first three group matches in New York, with the fourth match scheduled in Florida.
The opening clash between USA and Canada sets the stage for an exciting tournament, but all eyes are on the high-stakes encounter between India and Pakistan, adding a layer of intensity to the group stage. The venue, Eisenhower Park, is primed to witness cricketing history unfold as these two rivals lock horns in a T20 World Cup battle on foreign soil.
Defending champions England are slated to face Australia on June 8 in Barbados, setting the tone for a thrilling competition. Barbados will not only host the opening game but will also be the venue for the grand finale on an action-packed June 29. The semifinals are scheduled in Guyana and Trinidad on June 26 and 27, respectively, promising cricket fans gripping matchups on the road to the championship.
T20 World Cup 2024 venues
With a total of six venues in the West Indies and three in the USA, including Lauderhill, Florida, and Grand Prairie, Texas, the T20 World Cup aims to captivate audiences globally. The West Indies will showcase its cricketing prowess at venues like Kensington Oval, Barbados; Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad; Providence Stadium, Guyana; Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua; Darren Sammy Cricket Ground, St Lucia; and Arnos Vale Stadium, St Vincent.
Excitement is heightened by the inclusion of new teams in the tournament, with Canada, USA, and Uganda making their maiden appearances in the T20 World Cup. Out of the total 20 participating teams, 16 contested in the 2022 edition, where England emerged victorious by defeating Pakistan in the final.
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