LONDON: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that seven Caribbean countries, along with the United States, will serve as venues for the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled for June 2024. This announcement was made as part of the ICC’s ongoing preparations for the event.
The ICC granted hosting rights for the T20 World Cup to the West Indies and the United States in November 2021, signaling a commitment to expanding the reach of cricket in the region.
The seven Caribbean nations selected as hosts are Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Dominica, Guyana, St Lucia, and St Vincent and the Grenadines. The inclusion of these venues aims to provide cricket fans with the unique experience of enjoying matches in the vibrant Caribbean cricketing culture.
T20 World Cup Matches in US
The 2024 T20 World Cup will make history as the first edition of the tournament to feature a record 20 participating teams, highlighting the growing global interest in the fast-paced format of the sport. In addition to the Caribbean, matches will also be held in the United States, including New York, Florida, and Texas.
The defending champions, England, secured their second T20 World Cup title by defeating Pakistan in the final match held in Melbourne last year. As cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the 2024 tournament, expectations are running high for another thrilling edition of the T20 World Cup.
ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming event, emphasizing the significance of hosting matches in the Caribbean.
