Women’s t20 world cup 2024 schedule: The excitement is building as the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup kicks off today, October 3rd, with the opening match between Bangladesh and Scotland. Scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM IST, cricket fans worldwide are eager to witness the thrilling action. India will commence their campaign tomorrow, October 4th, facing New Zealand at 7:30 PM IST.
Tournament Overview
Initially set to take place in Bangladesh, the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup has been relocated to the United Arab Emirates due to political instability in the region. However, the Bangladesh Cricket Board will remain as the host board. The tournament will be held across two venues: Dubai and Sharjah, culminating in the final match on October 20th at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Tournament Format
The 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup features ten teams divided into two groups of five. Each team will play four matches in the group stage, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals. Group stage matches will run from October 3rd to October 15th, followed by the semi-finals on October 17th and 18th, and the grand finale on October 20th.
Live Streaming and Broadcast
In India, viewers can catch all the action of the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup live on the Star Sports network, with streaming available on Disney+ Hotstar. Fans in the United States can tune in via Willow TV, while ESPN+ will provide online streaming options.
Women’s T20 World Cup Full Match Time Table 2024
Here’s the complete schedule for the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup:
| Date | Day | Teams | Match No. | Group | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 October | Thursday | Bangladesh vs. Scotland | 1 | B | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 3:30 PM |
| 03 October | Thursday | Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka | 2 | A | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 04 October | Friday | South Africa vs. West Indies | 3 | B | Dubai International Stadium | 3:30 PM |
| 04 October | Friday | India vs. New Zealand | 4 | A | Dubai International Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 05 October | Saturday | Bangladesh vs. England | 5 | B | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 3:30 PM |
| 05 October | Saturday | Australia vs. Sri Lanka | 6 | A | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 06 October | Sunday | India vs. Pakistan | 7 | A | Dubai International Stadium | 3:30 PM |
| 06 October | Sunday | West Indies vs. Scotland | 8 | B | Dubai International Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 07 October | Monday | England vs. South Africa | 9 | B | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 08 October | Tuesday | Australia vs. New Zealand | 10 | A | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 09 October | Wednesday | South Africa vs. Scotland | 11 | B | Dubai International Stadium | 3:30 PM |
| 09 October | Wednesday | India vs. Sri Lanka | 12 | A | Dubai International Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 10 October | Thursday | Bangladesh vs. West Indies | 13 | B | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 11 October | Friday | Australia vs. Pakistan | 14 | A | Dubai International Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 12 October | Saturday | New Zealand vs. Sri Lanka | 15 | A | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 3:30 PM |
| 12 October | Saturday | Bangladesh vs. South Africa | 16 | B | Dubai International Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 13 October | Sunday | England vs. Scotland | 17 | B | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 3:30 PM |
| 13 October | Sunday | India vs. Australia | 18 | A | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 14 October | Monday | Pakistan vs. New Zealand | 19 | A | Dubai International Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 15 October | Tuesday | England vs. West Indies | 20 | B | Dubai International Stadium | 7:30 PM |
| 17 October | Thursday | First Semi-Final | Dubai International Stadium | 7:30 PM | ||
| 18 October | Friday | Second Semi-Final | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM | ||
| 20 October | Sunday | Final | Dubai International Stadium | 7:30 PM |
For the complete schedule of the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, fans can check the official website.
Team Squads
Group A
India, New Zealand, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Australia
Group B
Bangladesh, West Indies, England, South Africa, Scotland
2024 Women’s T20 World Cup Teams
India Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain), Smriti Mandhana (Vice-Captain), Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia (Fitness pending), Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Dayalan Hemalatha, Asha Shobana, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil (Fitness pending), Sajna Sajiv
New Zealand Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Sophie Devine (Captain), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Fran Jonas, Leigh Kasperek, Molly Kerr, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Meyer, Molly Penfold, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu
Pakistan Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Fatima Sana (Captain), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Gul Firoza, Iram Javed, Muniba Ali, Nashra Sundhu, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail, Sadaf Shamas (Fitness pending), Sidra Amin, Syeda Arub Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan
Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Nigar Sultana (Captain/Wicketkeeper), Sathi Rani, Dilara Akter, Shobhana Mostri, Taj Nehar, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Sultana Khatun, Marufa Akter, Nahida Akter, Jahanara Alam, Fahima Khatun, Rabia Khan, Murshida Khatun, Disha Biswas
Australia Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Alyssa Healy (Captain), Darcy Brown, Ash Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (Vice-Captain), Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham
Bangladesh Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Nigar Sultana Joty (Captain), Nahida Akter, Murshida Khatun, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Shobhana Mostri, Rabia Khan, Sultana Khatun, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Jahanara Alam, Dilara Akter, Taj Nehar, Shathi Rani, Disha Biswas
West Indies Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Hayley Matthews (Captain), Alia Elene, Shamilla Connell, Deandra Dottin, Shamaina Campbell (Vice-Captain/Wicketkeeper), Afy Fletcher, Stephanie Taylor, Chinelle Henry, Chedean Nation, Kiana Joseph, Zaida James, Karishma Ramharack, Mandy Mangroo, Nerissa Crafton
England Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Heather Knight (Captain), Danny Wyatt, Sophia Dunkley, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alice Capsey, Amy Jones (Wicketkeeper), Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Lauren Bell, Maya Bouchier, Linsey Smith, Freya Kemp, Dani Gibson, Bess Heath
South Africa Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Laura Wolvaardt (Captain), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Anneke Dirkse van Schalkwyk, Mikayla Gerding, Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Chloe Tryon, Tumi Sekhukhune, Shabnim Ismail
Scotland Women’s Cricket World Cup Team
Catherine Bryce (Captain), Sarah Bryce (Vice-Captain), Lorna Jack-Brown, Abby Aitken-Drummond, Abtaha Maqsood, Saskia Horley, Kelsey Abel, Priyanaz Chatterjee, Megan McCall, Darcy Carter, Ailsa Lister, Hannah Rainey, Rachel Slater, Catherine Fraser, Olivia Bell
