The T20 World Cup is simply one of the most anticipated cricket events. Its 2022 edition hosted by Australia was a resounding success, and this year will be more interesting. For the first time, this tournament event will be played in the United States. The West Indies will also be co-hosting the matches.
If you’re looking for comprehensive information about the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll cover everything you need to know about the tournament, so you’ll be prepared once it finally kicks off.
Teams, Schedule, Venues
The tournament will still follow the same format with a group stage, Super 8s, and knockout stage. Matches will be held in the US and different parts of the West Indies. In total, there will be 20 teams participating in 55 matches.
Group A: India, Pakistan, Canada, Ireland, United States
Group B: England, Australia, Namibia, Scotland, Oman
Group C: New Zealand, West Indies, Afghanistan, Papua New Guinea, Uganda
Group D: South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Netherlands
Teams Advancing to the Super 8s: India, Pakistan, England, Australia, New Zealand, West Indies, South Africa, and Sri Lanka
After the Group rounds are the Super 8s which will start on June 19, 2024, in Antigua. The knockout stage will be played on June 26 and 27, 2024. The final is scheduled for June 29, 2024, at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados.
The tournament will kick off on June 1, 2024, with a match between the United States and Canada. This will be held at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas Texas.
Speaking of venues, here are all the venues where the matches will be held in the US and West Indies:
US Venues:
- Central Broward Park, Florida
- Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York
- Grand Praire Staium, Texas
**Group A matches are the ones that will be held in US venues.
West Indies Venues:
- Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua & Barbuda
- Kensington Oval, Barbados
- Providence Stadium, Guyana
- Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Saint Lucia
- Arnos Vale Stadium, St. Vincent & the Grenadines
- Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad and Tobago
- Queen’s Park Oval, Trinidad and Tobago
Biggest Rivalries To Watch Out For
While the whole T20 World Cup is exciting on its own, there are simply team clashes that any cricket fans wouldn’t want to miss out on. That’s especially the case if you’re considering to participate in T20 World Cup cricket live betting.
Matches with the most intense rivalries are usually the most fun events to wager on. But if you’re unsure which of them are worth the watch, here are three of them:
India vs Pakistan
This rivalry is perhaps the most intense in the cricket world. Matches between these two neighboring nations are emotionally charged affairs and usually draw massive global viewership. The thing is that this rivalry is more than just cricket. There’s also the historical and political context adding to the excitement for many cricket fans.
Australia vs New Zealand (Oceania Rivalry)
This trans-Tasman rivalry is known for its competitive spirit and their mutual respect. While both teams are powerhouses in the sport, their matches are always closely contested, so they’re usually filled with exciting moments that even fans outside these countries are interested in.
South Africa vs Netherlands
While it might seem unusual, South Africa has a rivalry with the Netherlands in the T20 World Cup. The Dutch team, despite being an associate nation, has shown remarkable progress in recent years. South Africa, a powerhouse in world cricket, will aim to assert its dominance, but the Netherlands won’t back down easily.
Favorite Teams To Win So Far
Even if we’re still a few weeks away from the tournament, fans are already hyping up their favorites. Here are the favorites to win so far:
India (3/1)
India enters the tournament as the outright favorite. With a star-studded lineup featuring players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah, they are a solid contender for the title. The team is surely pressured to win this year because it has been a while since they last (in 2011).
Australia (4/1)
Mitchell Marsh leads the Australian side, which includes big hitters like David Warner and Glenn Maxwell. Many have been disappointed at how they performed last year, so we can expect that they’ll be entering the tournament with a strong will to redeem themselves.
England (21/4)
The reigning champions may have faced a lean T20I form recently, but they remain strong contenders, and they might be eager to get a back-to-back win. With players like Jos Buttler, Moeen Ali, and Jofra Archer who’s finally returning this year, they are indeed a big threat to their opponents.
Where To Watch the T20 World Cup
You can catch all the thrilling action of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 through various streaming platforms. Here are the details:
- Disney+ Hotstar: India, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Bhutan
- Will TV and Sling TV: United States
- Sky Sports Cricket: UK
- YuppTV: Continental Europe, Central and South America, and South East Asia
- Fox Sports: Australia
- SuperSport: Sub-Saharan Africa
Other platforms where Indian fans can watch the matches are DD Sports, Sky Sports, and JioCinema.
Conclusion
This edition of the T20 World Cup is exciting, especially now that some matches will be held in the US. It could boost the following of cricket. Again, don’t miss out on the matches. The tournament will run from June 1 to 29, 2024.