T20 World Cup 2024: Your Quick Guide to Dates, Teams & Live Coverage
Cricket lovers, the biggest T20 party of the year is almost here. The 2024 edition rolls out across several stadiums, brings together the world’s top sides and promises non‑stop excitement. Whether you’re planning a watch‑party or just want to know when your favorite team plays, this guide has you covered.
What’s the format and who’s playing?
The tournament features 16 teams split into four groups. Each group plays a round‑robin, so every side gets three matches in the opening stage. The top two from each group move on to the knock‑out phase – quarter‑finals, semis and then the final.
Here’s the lineup:
- India
- Australia
- England
- South Africa
- New Zealand
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
- West Indies
- Bangladesh
- Afghanistan
- Namibia
- Netherlands
- United Arab Emirates
- Zimbabwe
- Scotland
- USA
The group draw puts traditional powerhouses together with emerging sides, so expect a few surprise results. Keep an eye on matches like India vs Pakistan – they’re always headline‑grabbers.
How to follow the action live
All games will be streamed in HD on major sports networks. In South Africa you can catch them on SuperSport, while UK viewers tune into Sky Sports or the free‑to‑air channel BBC Sport for select matches. If you prefer streaming, platforms such as Disney+ Hotstar (Asia), SonyLIV (India) and ESPN+ (US) have live feeds.
Want alerts? Most apps let you set push notifications for your chosen team. The official T20 World Cup app also offers real‑time scores, player stats and a handy “watch later” feature.
For fans on the ground, tickets are selling fast for venues in New York, Sydney, London, Mumbai and Cape Town. Early bird discounts end next week, so grab yours now if you want to feel the roar of the crowd.
Finally, make your viewing experience smoother by checking local time zones – the tournament spans three continents, which means some matches will be early morning or late night for you. A simple calendar reminder helps avoid missing that crucial final over‑by‑over showdown.
That’s it! You now know when and where the T20 World Cup 2024 kicks off, who’s playing, and how to watch every six‑run blast. Get your snacks ready, set those alerts, and enjoy the ride.