Follow the thrilling match between the United States and West Indies in the T20 World Cup 2024. The game saw early setbacks and strategic plays, with updates on the team's lineup, opening plays, and captain’s perspectives. The US team showed resilience after a shaky start, while the West Indies aimed to bounce back into winning form.
T20 World Cup 2024 – All You Need to Know
If you’re a cricket fan, the T20 World Cup 2024 is the big event you’ve been waiting for. It brings together the world’s fastest teams for a month of power‑hitting, tight finishes and plenty of drama. Below you’ll find the schedule, where the games are being played, which teams are looking strong and the easiest ways to catch every match live.
Schedule & Venues
The tournament kicks off on 16 June and runs until 7 July. There are 48 matches spread across six host cities: New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad. Each venue gets at least three group games, a quarter‑final, a semi‑final or the final. The opening match is India vs Pakistan in New Delhi – a must‑watch clash that usually sells out fast.
Match times are listed in local Indian Standard Time (IST). Early games start at 10:00 am, while evening games begin at 7:30 pm, making it easy for fans in Europe and Africa to tune in after work. The official website posts a printable calendar, but you can also add the fixtures to Google Calendar with one click.
Teams, Key Players & Predictions
Sixteen teams qualified: the ten full ICC members plus six winners from the qualifier tournament. Traditional powerhouses like India, England, Australia and New Zealand are all there, but look out for the underdogs – Afghanistan, Namibia and the United States have shown they can pull off upsets in the format.
Key players to watch include India’s Virat Kohli, Australia’s Glenn McGrath (coach), England’s Jos Buttler, and the West Indies’ Kieron Pollard, who still packs a punch at 42. For the surprise factor, keep an eye on Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan, who can turn a game in a single over, and Namibia’s Zane Kapeli, a fast‑bowling youngster gaining confidence.
Most experts predict a final between India and England or Australia, but a dark‑horse team could sneak into the semis if their bowlers keep the runs down. The pitch conditions vary – some venues are spin‑friendly, while others favour pace. Knowing the venue helps you guess which players will shine.
Want to stay updated? Follow the official tournament’s Twitter feed, or subscribe to the daily newsletter on the site. You’ll get match‑day reminders, injury news and quick stats without the need to search everywhere.
Finally, how to watch? In Africa, DStv Sports and SuperSport carry the live feed. In Europe, you can stream via Sky Sports or the ICC’s own app. In the US, ESPN+ has the rights. If you’re hungry for free options, many matches are streamed on YouTube’s official cricket channel after a short delay. Just make sure you have a stable internet connection to avoid missing the final over.
That’s the quick rundown of everything you need for the T20 World Cup 2024. Keep this page bookmarked – we’ll add post‑match analysis, player interviews and the latest ticket info as the tournament unfolds. Enjoy the cricket, and may the best team win!