The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed that seven countries in the Caribbean will host the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 from June 4 to 30. This will be the third time that the West Indies has hosted a major ICC event and the first time that the T20 World Cup has been played in the Caribbean.
The seven host countries of T20 World Cup 2024:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Barbados
- Dominica
- Guyana
- Saint Lucia
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
The tournament will feature 20 teams, with the top eight teams from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 and the co-hosts qualifying directly. The remaining 12 teams will qualify through regional qualifiers.
Group Stage of T20 World Cup 2024
The tournament will begin with a group stage, with the 20 teams divided into four groups of five teams each. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super 12 stage.
Super 12 Stage
The Super 12 stage will feature the top eight teams from the group stage, divided into two groups of six teams each. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals.
Semi-Finals and Final
The semi-finals and final will be played on a knockout basis. The winners of the semi-finals will advance to the final, while the losers of the semi-finals will play in the third-place play-off.
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Venues
The following venues will host matches in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024:
- Antigua and Barbuda: Coolidge Cricket Ground
- Barbados: Kensington Oval
- Dominica: Windsor Park
- Guyana: Providence Stadium
- Saint Lucia: Daren Sammy Cricket Ground
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines: Arnos Vale Cricket Ground
- Trinidad and Tobago: Queen’s Park Oval
Tickets
Tickets for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 will go on sale in early 2024. Fans can register for ticket updates on the ICC website.
Transportation and Accommodation
The Caribbean is a popular tourist destination, with a wide range of transportation and accommodation options available. Fans can fly into any of the seven host countries, and there are a variety of hotels, resorts, and villas to choose from.
Things to Do
In addition to watching cricket, fans can enjoy a variety of activities in the Caribbean, such as swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, diving, and hiking. There are also a number of historical and cultural attractions to visit.
Conclusion
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is shaping up to be a memorable event. With 20 teams competing for the title, and seven beautiful Caribbean countries to host the tournament, fans are sure to be in for a treat.
Additional Information
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is the premier international tournament for T20 cricket, the shortest and most popular format of the game. The tournament is held every two years and features the top 20 teams in the world.
The West Indies is one of the most successful cricket teams in the world and has won two T20 World Cups. The team is led by some of the biggest names in the game, such as Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, and Shimron Hetmyer.
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is expected to be a huge success and will provide a major boost to the Caribbean economy. The tournament is also expected to attract a large number of tourists to the region.
