The T20 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2024 will take place in the UAE, featuring 10 teams: Australia, England, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, West Indies, Bangladesh, and Scotland. The tournament promises exciting matches as the top women’s teams battle for supremacy. Action starts Oct 3rd.
Key players to watch out for include:
- Sophie Ecclestone (England): The world’s top-ranked T20I bowler, known for her consistency and ability to control the game with her left-arm spin.
- Heather Knight (England): The experienced captain with a knack for guiding her team in crucial moments.
- Nat Sciver-Brunt (England): A versatile all-rounder who had an impressive 2023 World Cup and remains pivotal for England.
- Ashleigh Gardner (Australia): A dynamic all-rounder, critical to Australia’s dominant run in global cricket.
- Smriti Mandhana (India): A top order batter for India plays a vital role in building the innings as well as add the fire power needed to boost run rate at will.
Australia, the reigning champions, are favorites, but India, England, and New Zealand are also strong contenders. The tournament is set to showcase the growth of women’s cricket globally, with several younger players also making their mark.
The tournament was originally scheduled to be held in Bangladesh but was eventually moved to UAE, due to security concerns.
The event starts in the first week October and will have matches across Dubai and Sharjah.
Women’s Cricket World Cup 2024 Groups
Group A
- Australia
- India
- New Zealand
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
Group B
- Bangladesh
- England
- Scotland
- South Africa
- West Indies
For the full schedule and more details, you can visit Wisden’s coverage.
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