The stage is set for an exciting ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, which will be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from October 3 to October 20. Ten teams will battle it out across 23 matches, starting with an opening game between Bangladesh and Scotland at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, and concluding with the final at the Dubai International Stadium.
The Teams and How They Qualified
- Pakistan
Pakistan earned their spot by ranking as the highest team in the ICC Women’s T20I Team Rankings as of February 2023. Despite their consistent participation, they are still chasing their first semi-final appearance. - Bangladesh
Initially set to host the tournament before the move to the UAE, Bangladesh qualified as hosts. This will be their sixth time competing in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, but they have yet to advance beyond the group stage. - Australia
Reigning champions, Australia, enter the tournament as the team to beat. Dominating the 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in South Africa, they lifted the trophy for a record sixth time, winning all their matches. Since a loss to India in 2020, they have remained undefeated in World Cup play. - South Africa
South Africa qualified after making it to their first-ever final in 2023, where they lost to Australia. Now, they are eager to go one step further and claim the title in the UAE. - England
The inaugural champions from 2009, England secured their spot by reaching the semi-finals in the 2023 tournament. Although they’ve reached three finals since their 2009 victory, they haven’t been able to add a second title to their name. - India
India, another semi-finalist from the 2023 edition, narrowly missed out on a second consecutive final, losing by just five runs to Australia in Cape Town. With strong performances in recent years, they will be eyeing a breakthrough this time around. - West Indies
Champions in 2016, West Indies secured their qualification after finishing third in their group, thanks to key victories over Ireland and Pakistan. - New Zealand
The 2009 and 2010 finalists, New Zealand, qualified after solid wins over Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in the 2023 World Cup. They will be hoping to reclaim their position among the top teams in 2024. - Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka earned their spot by winning the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in May 2023. Despite an impressive opening victory over South Africa in the last tournament, they finished fourth in their group. In the qualifier, they were dominant, winning all four group matches and defeating the UAE to secure their place. - Scotland
Scotland will be making their debut at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. They qualified by winning the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier, then went on to finish second in their group during the global qualifier before making history by defeating Ireland.
Tournament Excitement Awaits
As these ten teams head to the UAE, the competition promises thrilling matches and unforgettable moments. With powerhouses like Australia, England, and India in the mix, alongside exciting newcomers like Scotland, fans can look forward to a World Cup packed with drama and excitement. The journey begins on October 3 – let the battle for the trophy commence!
