The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to be an exciting tournament, with the Indian cricket team scheduled to face their arch-rivals Pakistan on October 6.
Originally slated to take place in Bangladesh, the tournament has been relocated to the United Arab Emirates due to security concerns arising from political unrest.
Matches will be held at two prominent venues: the Dubai International Cricket Stadium and the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
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Tournament Overview
The Women’s T20 World Cup will run from October 3 to October 20, 2024, featuring ten of the best women’s cricket teams globally. Two groups are formed from the teams:
Group A
- Australia
- India
- New Zealand
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
Group B
- Bangladesh
- England
- South Africa
- West Indies
- Scotland
Each team will play four matches in the group stage, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals. The semi-finals are scheduled for October 17 and 18, with the final taking place on October 20.
India’s Fixtures
India’s matches in the tournament are as follows:
| Date | Match | Venue |
| October 3 | Bangladesh Vs Scotland | Sharjah |
| October 4 | India Vs New Zealand | Dubai |
| October 6 | India Vs Pakistan | Dubai |
| October 9 | India Vs Sri Lanka | Dubai |
| October 13 | India Vs Australia | Sharjah |
The tournament kicked off with the opening match between Bangladesh and Scotland on October 3. India will start its campaign against New Zealand on October 4, followed by the highly anticipated clash against Pakistan on October 6.
Warm-Up Matches
Before the main event, teams will participate in ten warm-up matches from September 28 to October 1. Notable warm-up fixtures include:
| Date | Match |
| October 4 | India Vs New Zealand |
| October 5 | Australia Vs Sri Lanka |
These matches will help teams prepare for the competitive environment of the tournament.
Conclusion
The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 promises to deliver thrilling cricket action, especially with the India-Pakistan match expected to draw significant viewership.
The tournament’s relocation to the UAE ensures the safety of players and officials, allowing for a successful event. Fans can look forward to an exciting series of matches leading up to the final on October 20.
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