The much-anticipated ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 begins on October 3 in United Arab Emirates (UAE). This year’s tournament promises to be one of the most competitive yet, featuring 10 teams battling for T20 glory. With the tournament returning to the Middle East, the UAE will host a grand celebration of women’s cricket, showcasing the best talents from across the globe. The vibrant atmosphere, iconic stadiums, and passionate crowds set the stage for a memorable cricketing spectacle.

10 teams vie for glory

Cricket fans around the world are in for a treat as Bangladesh, who were originally set to co-host before the event was moved, kick off the tournament against Scotland in the opening match. The high-octane action will continue throughout the competition, with each team eager to secure their place in the knockout stages. The grand finale, set for October 20 at the iconic Dubai International Cricket Stadium, will be the ultimate clash for the title. The journey from the group stages to the final is expected to be full of intense action and drama.

Teams ready for battle

The 10 teams participating in this year’s World Cup are Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, Scotland, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and West Indies. These teams bring a wealth of experience and talent, making this edition highly competitive. Australia, the defending champions, will be aiming to retain their title, while teams like India, England, and South Africa are eager to challenge their dominance.

With a larger pool of talented players and passionate fan bases, this expanded format promises an exciting and unpredictable tournament. Cricket lovers can look forward to thrilling contests, nail-biting finishes, and a true celebration of the spirit of the game. Key players such as Australia’s Ellyse Perry, India’s Smriti Mandhana, England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt, and West Indies’ Hayley Matthews are expected to play pivotal roles in their respective teams’ campaigns.

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Broadcast and Live Streaming details:

• India: Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar
• USA & Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV [Sign up here]
• UAE and MENA: STARZON; Criclife Women
• United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket; Sky GO and Sky Sports App
• Australia: Amazon Prime Video
• New Zealand: Sky Sports NZ
• Pakistan: PTV, Ten Sports; Tamasha
• Ireland: Sky Sports Cricket; Sky GO and Sky Sports App
• Bangladesh: Nagorik TV; Toffee
• South Africa: SuperSports, SuperSport Cricket Africa
• Sri Lanka: Maharaja TV; ICC TV app
• Caribbean: ESPN Caribbean; ESPN Play Caribbean app
• Afghanistan, Continental Europe, Pacific Islands and South-East Asia: icc.tv
• Rest of the World Cup: icc.tv

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.