With just over 20 days until the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced affordable tickets, starting at five dirhams, with free entry for those under 18. This initiative aims to build a lasting legacy for the UAE-hosted event, according to the ICC.
To celebrate the announcement, a stunning laser show was projected on the Burj Khalifa. At a media conference, ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice highlighted the diversity of the UAE, stating, “This is effectively a home World Cup for all 10 teams.” He added, “I am delighted to announce that tickets will be available for just five dirhams, and under-18s will go free.”
The tournament will see 10 teams, split into two groups of five, compete across 23 matches. Group A features Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, while Group B includes Bangladesh, England, South Africa, West Indies, and Scotland. Matches will take place across Dubai and Sharjah, starting with Bangladesh vs. Scotland on October 3. Semi-finals are set for October 17 in Dubai and October 18 in Sharjah, with the final in Dubai on October 20.
Before the main event, warm-up matches will be held from September 28 to October 1. Zaid Abbas, Emirates Cricket Board Member, expressed excitement for hosting the first global women’s tournament in the UAE, calling it another opportunity to showcase top-class cricket.
India’s squad has also been named for the tournament, led by Harmanpreet Kaur. They will begin their campaign against New Zealand on October 4, followed by the much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash on October 6.
