The cricketing world is abuzz with anticipation as the T20 World Cup 2024 gears up for an exhilarating clash between arch-rivals Pakistan and India. Set against the iconic backdrop of Eisenhower Park in New York, the much-anticipated match is scheduled for June 9, marking a historic occasion for cricket enthusiasts on American soil.
This year’s T20 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States and the West Indies, promises to be a spectacle of cricketing excellence, running from June 1 to June 29. The official broadcast partner, Star Sports, unveiled the tournament schedule, placing India and Pakistan in Group A alongside cricketing nations USA, Canada, and Ireland.
Eisenhower Park, with its lush green outfield and state-of-the-art facilities, is poised to witness the clash of titans between India and Pakistan. The high-stakes encounter is expected to draw cricket fans from around the world, transcending borders and uniting enthusiasts in their shared love for the game.
In addition to the much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan, the tournament’s opening fixture will feature a face-off between USA and Canada on June 1, setting the stage for a month-long cricketing extravaganza.
Defending champions England will kick off their campaign against Australia on June 8 in Barbados, with the prestigious final also scheduled to take place at the same venue. Cricket aficionados can expect nail-biting action in the semifinals, with the first to be held in Guyana and the second in Trinidad on June 26 and 27, respectively.
The tournament structure comprises four groups, each featuring five teams. Notably, Canada, USA, and Uganda are making their maiden appearances in the T20 World Cup, adding an extra layer of excitement and unpredictability to the competition. The diversity of participating nations is a testament to the global growth of T20 cricket.
The 2024 T20 World Cup will see a total of 20 teams in contention, with 16 having participated in the previous edition in 2022. The 55 matches are spread across six venues in the West Indies and three in the USA.
The West Indies will host matches at 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). Meanwhile, the USA venues include Eisenhower Park (New York), Lauderhill (Florida), and Grand Prairie (Texas).
2024 T20 World Cup groups
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
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