Women's T20 World Cup 2024: Complete Guide – Schedule, Squads, Venues, and Live Streaming

The ninth edition of the Women's T20 World Cup begins today, October 3, 2024, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The tournament was initially scheduled to take place in Bangladesh, but due to recent political turmoil, the decision was made to shift the matches to the UAE. Despite the change of venue, Bangladesh remains the official host. The competition will feature 10 teams competing for glory, with the final slated for October 20, 2024, in Dubai.

Overview of the Tournament

The Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 features 10 teams, divided into two groups of five. Each team will battle for the top two spots in their group to secure a place in the semifinals. The tournament will see a total of 23 matches, starting with an exciting opening match between Bangladesh and Scotland in Sharjah.

Defending Champions and Favorites

Australia, the reigning champions, have won the tournament six times and will be keen to secure a record-extending seventh title. The Australian side, led by Alyssa Healy, is one of the favorites. Other strong contenders include India, England, and New Zealand, who will be eager to claim the prestigious trophy.

Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Groups

• Group A: Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
• Group B: Bangladesh, England, South Africa, West Indies, Scotland

Tournament Schedule

Here’s the complete schedule for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 (all times in IST):

• October 3: Bangladesh vs Scotland, Sharjah, 3:30 PM
• October 3: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Sharjah, 7:30 PM
• October 4: South Africa vs West Indies, Dubai, 3:30 PM
• October 4: India vs New Zealand, Dubai, 7:30 PM
• October 5: Australia vs Sri Lanka, Sharjah, 3:30 PM
• October 5: Bangladesh vs England, Sharjah, 7:30 PM
• October 6: India vs Pakistan, Dubai, 3:30 PM
• October 6: West Indies vs Scotland, Dubai, 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: South Africa vs Scotland, Dubai, 3:30 PM
• October 9: 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 PM
• October 12: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, Sharjah, 3:30 PM
• October 12: Bangladesh vs South Africa, Dubai, 7:30 PM
• October 13: England vs Scotland, Sharjah, 3:30 PM
• October 13: India vs Australia, Sharjah, 7:30 PM
• October 14: Pakistan vs New Zealand, Dubai, 7:30 PM
• October 15: England vs West Indies, Dubai, 7:30 PM
• October 17: Semi-final 1, Dubai, 7:30 PM
• October 18: Semi-final 2, Sharjah, 7:30 PM
• October 20: Final, Dubai, 7:30 PM

Squads

Group A:

• 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.
• India: Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia, Pooja Vastrakar, Renuka Singh Thakur, and others.
• New Zealand: Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Jess Kerr, and others.
• Pakistan: Fatima Sana (c), Aliya Riaz, Nida Dar, Sidra Amin, Muneeba Ali, and others.
• Sri Lanka: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Inoka Ranaweera, Achini Kulasuriya, and others.

Group B:

• Bangladesh: Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter, Sobhana Mostary, Marufa Akter, and others.
• England: Heather Knight (c), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Sophie Ecclestone, Amy Jones (wk), and others.
• South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon, Ayabonga Khaka, and others.
• West Indies: Hayley Matthews (c), Stafanie Taylor, Chinelle Henry, Afy Fletcher, and others.
• Scotland: Kathryn Bryce (c), Sarah Bryce (vc), Abbi Aitken-Drummond, Megan McColl, and others.

Venues

All the matches of the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 will be played across two venues in the UAE:

• Sharjah Cricket Stadium (Sharjah)
• Dubai International Cricket Stadium (Dubai)

Live Streaming and Broadcast

For Indian audiences, the Star Sports Network will broadcast all the matches on television. In addition, Disney+ Hotstar will offer live streaming of all the matches in India for free, ensuring fans can follow the tournament easily.

What to Expect from the Women's T20 World Cup 2024

The competition promises to be thrilling, with several marquee clashes lined up, including the India vs Pakistan match on October 6, which is sure to grab global attention. Australia will aim to continue their dominance, but they will face stiff competition from teams like India, New Zealand, and England, who have bolstered squads.

This year’s tournament will also showcase some rising stars from developing cricket nations like Scotland and Bangladesh, making it a truly global celebration of women’s cricket. Fans can look forward to exciting games, nail-biting finishes, and standout individual performances as teams chase the coveted World Cup title.

Conclusion

The Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to be a landmark event for women’s cricket, with top teams competing in one of the biggest stages of the sport. With a packed schedule, stellar squads, and live streaming options, cricket enthusiasts won’t want to miss a moment of the action.

Stay tuned as we bring you match updates, key highlights, and in-depth analysis throughout the tournament!