ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 Explained: Schedule, Draw, Groups, and Tournament Format.
This time, the cricket world is buzzing with excitement for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, which is going to be the biggest and most exciting cricketing season yet. The co-hosting countries are the United States and the West Indies, and this event is starting from June 2nd to June 29th, 2024. It features 20 teams, including many first-time participants, and will be played across nine venues. This guide covers the schedule, groups, and tournament format, highlighting what makes this edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 so special. From new host nations to innovative features, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to be a groundbreaking event.
| Title | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Logo | T20 WC 2024 |
| Dates | 1st to 29th June, 2024 |
| Administrator | International Cricket Council (ICC) |
| Cricket Format | Twenty20 International |
| Tournament Format | Group stage, Super 8s, and Knockout |
| Hosting Country | West Indies and United States |
| Total Teams | 20 |
| Total Matches | 55 matches |
| ICC Start Date | 2nd June, 2024 |
| Final Match Date | 29th June, 2024 |
| Official Website | t20worldcup.com |
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024: Full Schedule with Venues
Understanding the tournament’s structure is key to appreciating its scale and excitement. Here’s a detailed breakdown of how the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 will unfold:
Group Stage: The tournament begins with a group stage consist of four groups of five teams each. These groups were drawn based on rankings and regional qualifiers:
Group A: India, Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, USA.
Group B: England, Australia, Namibia, Scotland, Oman.
Group C: New Zealand, West Indies, Afghanistan, Uganda, Papua New Guinea.
Group D: South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Netherlands, Nepal.
Super Eights: From the group stage, the top two teams from each group will move to the Super Eights. The teams are pre-seeded into two groups for the Super Eights based on their rankings:
Super Eight Group 1: A1, B2, C1, D2. Super Eight Group 2: A2, B1, C2, D1.
Knockout Stage:
The Super Eights will culminate in two semi-finals, with the top two teams from each group advancing:
Semi-final 1: Winner of Group 1 vs. Runner-up of Group 2
Semi-final 2: Winner of Group 2 vs. Runner-up of Group 1
The winners of the semi-finals will clash in the grand final at Kensington Oval in Barbados on June 29th, with a reserve day on June 30th.
Time Table of the Matches:
Venues
The tournament will be hosted across nine venues, blending established cricket grounds with innovative new setups:
| Venue | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| USA Venues | ||
| Grand Prairie | Texas | Known for its Major League Cricket success. |
| Lauderhill | Florida | A staple for cricket in the USA. |
| New York | New York | A modular 35,000-seat stadium built specifically for the tournament. |
| West Indies Venues | ||
| Sir Vivian Richards Stadium | Antigua | Iconic for its beautiful grass banks. |
| Kensington Oval | Barbados | Host of the final and some Super Eight matches. |
| Providence Stadium | Guyana | Host of a semi-final and group stage matches. |
| Queen’s Park Oval | Trinidad and Tobago | Known for its vibrant atmosphere. |
| Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium | St. Lucia | A picturesque venue hosting multiple group stage matches. |
| Arnos Vale Stadium | St. Vincent | Host of group stage and Super Eight matches. |
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