2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup: What You Need to Know About India's Matches
Introduction to the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup
The 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is set to commence soon, showcasing top women's cricket teams. The tournament kicks off with Bangladesh facing Scotland in Sharjah. Under the expert leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, India is eager to claim its first T20 World Cup title after a strong show earlier this year by the men's team.
Women's T20 World Cup Tournament Format
- The tournament features ten teams split into two groups.
- Group A: Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, Sri Lanka.
- Group B: Bangladesh, England, Scotland, South Africa, West Indies.
- A total of 23 matches will be played over 18 days, leading to the final on October 20.
India’s T20 World Cup Matches
India's squad includes stars like Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Jemimah Rodrigues. Below is India's match schedule:
- India vs New Zealand: October 4, 7:30 PM
- India vs Pakistan: October 6, 3:30 PM
- India vs Sri Lanka: October 9, 7:30 PM
- India vs Australia: October 13, 7:30 PM
Where to Watch the Matches
Fans can catch all the action from the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup on the Star Sports Network in India, with live streaming options available on Disney+ Hotstar.
Prize Money Overview
In a significant move towards equality, the ICC has announced that the prize money for the Women's T20 World Cup 2024 will match that of the men's, with the winner set to receive USD 2.34 million, a stark increase from the USD 1 million given previously. This vital step aims to promote gender equality in cricket and inspire similar trends in other sports.
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