ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: A Historic Tournament Begins in the UAE
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ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to captivate cricket fans worldwide as it commences in the vibrant landscapes of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Originally slated for Bangladesh, this year’s tournament promises an exhilarating showcase of talent, determination, and sportsmanship, with ten teams vying for glory across the iconic venues of Dubai and Sharjah. Matches kick off on October 3, and cricket enthusiasts are eager to witness fierce competition among some of the best women’s cricket teams, including India, Australia, and England.
In a groundbreaking move towards gender parity in sports, the ICC has announced equal prize money for women cricketers. This significant step elevates the stakes and adds to the excitement surrounding the tournament, where fans can look forward to unforgettable moments, inspiring performances, and the emergence of new stars on the global stage.
Tournament Format and Schedule
The tournament features ten teams divided into two groups, with each team playing four matches. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semifinals, scheduled for October 17 and 18, with the final taking place in Dubai on October 20.
Complete Schedule:
Group Matches:
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 3 | Bangladesh vs. Scotland | Sharjah | 3:30 PM |
| Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka | Sharjah | 7:30 PM | |
| October 4 | South Africa vs. West Indies | Dubai | 3:30 PM |
| India vs. New Zealand | Dubai | 7:30 PM | |
| October 5 | Australia vs. Sri Lanka | Sharjah | 3:30 PM |
| Bangladesh vs. England | Dubai | 7:30 PM | |
| October 6 | India vs. Pakistan | Dubai | 3:30 PM |
| Scotland vs. West Indies | Sharjah | 7:30 PM | |
| October 7 | England vs. South Africa | Sharjah | 7:30 PM |
| October 8 | Australia vs. New Zealand | Sharjah | 7:30 PM |
| October 9 | Scotland vs. South Africa | Dubai | 3:30 PM |
| India vs. Sri Lanka | Dubai | 7:30 PM | |
| October 10 | Bangladesh vs. West Indies | Sharjah | 7:30 PM |
| October 11 | Australia vs. Pakistan | Dubai | 7:30 AM |
| October 12 | New Zealand vs. Sri Lanka | Sharjah | 3:30 PM |
| Bangladesh vs. South Africa | Dubai | 7:30 PM | |
| October 13 | England vs. Scotland | Sharjah | 3:30 PM |
| Australia vs. India | Sharjah | 7:30 PM | |
| October 14 | New Zealand vs. Pakistan | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
| October 15 | England vs. West Indies | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
| October 17 | 1st Semi Final | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
| October 18 | 2nd Semi Final | Sharjah | 7:30 PM |
| October 20 | Final | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
Participating Teams and Squad
Group A:
- India: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia (subject to fitness), Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Dayalan Hemalatha, Asha Sobhana, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil (subject to fitness), Sajana Sajeevan
- Australia: Alyssa Healy (c), Darcie Brown, Ash Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (vc), Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham
- New Zealand: Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Fran Jonas, Leigh Kasperek, Melie Kerr, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Molly Penfold, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu
- Pakistan: Fatima Sana (c), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Iram Javed, Muneeba Ali, Nashra Sundhu, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal (subject to fitness), Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan
- Sri Lanka: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Anushka Sanjeewani, Harshitha Madhavi, Nilakshika de Silva, Inoka Ranaweera, Hasini Perera, Kavisha Dilhari, Sachini Nisansala, Vishmi Gunaratne, Udeshika Prabodhani, Achini Kulasuriya, Sugandika Kumari, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Shashini Gimhani, Ama Kanchana
Group B:
- Bangladesh: Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter, Murshida Khatun, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Sobhana Mostary, Rabeya, Sultana Khatun, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Jahanara Alam, Dilara Akter, Taj Nehar, Shathi Rani, Disha Biswas
- England: Heather Knight (c), Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Sophia Dunkley, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alice Capsey, Amy Jones (wk), Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Linsey Smith, Freya Kemp, Dani Gibson, Bess Heath
- Scotland: Kathryn Bryce (c), Sarah Bryce (vc), Lorna Jack-Brown, Abbi Aitken-Drummond, Abtaha Maqsood, Saskia Horley, Chloe Abel, Priyanaz Chatterji, Megan McColl, Darcey Carter, Ailsa Lister, Hannah Rainey, Rachel Slater, Katherine Fraser, Olivia Bell
- South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Suné Luus, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Seshnie Naidu, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloé Tryon
- West Indies: Hayley Matthews (c), Aaliyah Alleyne, Shamilia Connell, Deandra Dottin, Shemaine Campbelle (vc, wk), Ashmini Munisar, Afy Fletcher, Stafanie Taylor, Chinelle Henry, Chedean Nation, Qiana Joseph, Zaida James, Karishma Ramharack, Mandy Mangru, Nerissa Crafton
Broadcast and Streaming Information
The Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will be available for live viewing in India on Star Sports and will also be streamed live on Disney+ Hotstar.
Venues
The tournament will take place across two venues in the UAE:
- Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
- Dubai International Stadium, Dubai
Key Facts
This is the ninth edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup, maintaining a competitive field of ten teams, unlike the expanded men’s event. India faces a challenging group, and their campaign begins against New Zealand on October 4. Australia, the reigning champions, will aim for their seventh title after winning the last three tournaments.
For the first time in ICC history, women will receive the same prize money as their male counterparts, with the winning team taking home USD 2.34 million. This is a significant increase from the USD 1 million awarded to Australia in 2023. All umpires and match referees officiating the tournament are female, including India’s GS Lakshmi and umpire Vrinda Rathi.
With anticipation building, the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be an exciting event that will showcase some of the best cricketing talent from around the globe. Fans can expect thrilling matches and the emergence of new stars in the women’s game as they cheer for their favorite teams.
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