ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Match Preview: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8
The Super 8 phase of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 will conclude with the all-important match of Bangladesh vs Afghanistan. The two dark horses of the tournament will face each other on the 25th of June at 6:30 AM BST at St. Vincent.
Match Details of Bangladesh vs Afghanistan
Match
Date (BST)
Teams
Time (BST)
Venue
52
25/6/2024
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan
6:30 AM
Arnos Vale Ground, Arnos Vale, St Vincent
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Read more: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Groups, Match Fixtures, and Venues
Preview of BAN vs AFG Match at Super 8 Stage
After the groups were set, the general idea was that India and Australia would qualify for the semi-finals. However, Afghanistan made this group interesting after their brilliant and historic performance against Australia. As a result, the semi-final spot became open for everyone now.
Equation
Afghanistan have earned their position to be in this place. They have a genuine chance to qualify for the semis. But they have to wait for things to go in their favor in the match of Australia vs India. If Australia doesn’t win then a win for them is more than enough for their first-ever semi-final appearance. Even if Australia wins that game, they can get there by winning by a margin which will see them ahead in the net run rate. Additionally, they still might have a chance to go through even if they lose. But for that, Australia needs to lose by a big margin and they lose by a small one to give them the advantage in the net run rate.
Everyone thought Bangladesh to be done and dusted after their abysmal performance against India. But Afghanistan have given them a chance. However, it’s the most difficult for them among the four teams to qualify. And their fate is not fully in their own hands either, courtesy of their poor performance in the Super 8. Their chances rely on the match between Australia and India. Any outcome other than an Indian win will blow away their chances even before the game starts. The only chance they have is that Australia lose to India and they beat Afghanistan by such a margin that will give them the necessary advantage in the net run rate.
Read more: India vs Australia Match Preview: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8
Performance and Team Situation
The stats would say Afghanistan dominated the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Both the highest run-scorer and highest wicket-taker are from their team. Not only that, two of the top 4 run-scorers of this tournament are from Afghanistan. Their openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran have scored 449 runs combined which is the highest by any opening pair in this World Cup. Similarly, three of the top 10 wicket-takers are from Afghanistan this time. Therefore, Afghanistan looks solid in every aspect of the match. No wonder they have come this far. However, a major problem is their over-reliance on their openers for runs. The openers produced heavily for the Afghans as mentioned earlier. But none of the other batters could score even 100 in the tournament. That is one aspect they would like to sort out before this match.
On the other hand, Bangladesh is in a grave situation currently. Their bowling line-up has been productive. Bangladesh and Afghanistan are two of the three sides that have multiple bowlers with 10 wickets in this tournament (the other is India). Yet they are in a dire situation due to their batting lineup. The misery of their top-order continues. Even though skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto scored some runs in the Super 8, it did not prove to be enough. And other batters are also in miserable form and critically inconsistent. To give a picture of their batting, they are the only side from the Super 8 which does not have a batter who scored 150 runs. The good news for them is that the match is at St. Vincent where they have an excellent record and the conditions are bowling-friendly. Still, there is little to no hope with this batting lineup.
Read more: Venue Guide: Stadiums of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024
Table: An overview of Afghanistan’s performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Match Played
6
Won
4
Lost
2
Tie/NR
0
Highest Run-scorer
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (238)
Highest Wicket Taker
Fazalhaq Farooqi (15)
Table: An overview of Bangladesh’s performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Match Played
6
Won
3
Lost
3
Tie/NR
0
Highest Run-scorer
Towhid Hridoy (139)
Highest Wicket Taker
Tanzim Hasan Sakib (11)
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Read more: T20 World Cup: Afghanistan stun Australia
Bangladesh vs Afghanista H2H T20I Records So Far
Table: Head-to-Head T20I Records Between Bangladesh and Afghanistan So Far
Matches Played
Bangladesh Won
Afghanistan Won
TIE/NR
11
5
6
0
Table: H2H Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Records In the T20 World Cup Tournaments So Far
Matches Played
Bangladesh Won
Afghanistan Won
TIE/NR
1
1
0
0
Bangladesh somehow managed to stay unbeaten against Afghanistan in the ICC tournaments so far. But Afghanistan have more wins against them in the overall T20I scenario.
Probable Lineups
Most Probable XI of the Bangladesh Team
Tanzid Hasan, Litton Kumer Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman.
Read more: T20 World Cup: Bangladesh aims to unleash full potential despite challenges.
Most Probable XI of the Afghanistan Team
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan (Captain), Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Nangeyalia Kharote, Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi.
Key Players to Watch in Bangladesh Team
Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Bangladesh have been relying on their bowlers largely to get a result in this campaign. This match will not be any different either. Tanzim Sakib has been a real menace for the opponent's top-order batters. Afghanistan’s top order secures a lion’s share of their batting performance. Therefore, the best bowler of Bangladesh in this World Cup has to pick up early wickets and give Bangladesh a real chance in this match.
Rishad Hossain
He can be the answer to Rashid Khan for Bangladesh. Rishad Hossain has been a revelation of this T20 World Cup. Afghanistan also have a weakness against the leg-spin like Bangladesh. Therefore, his role would be key to restricting the middle order of the Afghanistan team.
Litton Kumer Das
Despite his form, Litton Kumer Das remains a key in this match. It is mostly because of his numbers against Afghanistan. Given their spinners will operate in the middle overs, someone from the top-order of Bangladesh needs to play a good knock to give them runs in the powerplay. Litton Kumer Das has to take that role for Bangladesh.
Read more: Analyzing Bangladesh Squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.
Key Players to Watch in Afghanistan Team
Rashid Khan
The Afghanistan skipper will always be the most important player for them. Bangladesh have a historical weakness in dealing with leg spinners. And arguably the best leg-spinner of the generation in the condition of St. Lucia can take Bangladesh batting apart. Afghanistan would want that.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz
The highest run-scorer of this tournament has a lot to do in this match. The net run rate would be a huge factor in their qualification for the semis. Therefore, his early power in the batting would not only make life difficult for Bangladesh but give a huge boost to their semi-final hopes.
Fazalhaq Farooqi
The highest wicket-taker of the tournament playing against one of his favorite opponents. The prospects are highly attractive for Afghanistan at this point. It can be crucial to take early wickets of the already struggling Bangladesh top-order and restrict them to a low total which will take them to the semis.
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Verdict
Despite the history of these two teams being neck-and-neck, Afghanistan have to be the favorite at this point due to the way they have been performing in the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. However, it is expected that the BAN vs AFG match at the Super 8 stage will be thrilling, and exciting.
5 months ago
India vs Australia Match Preview: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8
The ICC men’s T20 World Cup 2024 tournament is advancing towards the semi-final stage. Currently, at the Super 8 stage, finalists of the World Test Championship 2023 and ICC ODI World Cup 2023, India and Australia will take on each other once again on 24th June at 8:30 PM BST.
Match Details of India vs Australia
Match
Date (BST)
Teams
Time (BST)
Venue
51
24/6/2024
India vs Australia
8:30 PM
Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St. Lucia
Preview of IND vs AUS Match in the World Cup Super 8 Stage
Everyone thought this match to be a dead rubber following the grouping. But after Afghanistan’s historic win against Australia at St. Vincent, this match has become ever more important for both teams. It is not a must-win game for any of them. But not winning might have dire consequences afterward.
Equation
India is in a more comfortable position than Australia at this point. If they win then there’s no stopping them from going to the semi-finals. An abandonment also works fine for them as it would still make them group champions. India have a positive net run rate of 2.425 which gives them a handsome advantage. So, they might still comfortably qualify even after losing this game. But they need to depend on the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan match for that.
Australia have been put into a delicate position after their loss to Afghanistan. Although they are not sure to be knocked out, a win doesn’t guarantee them a place either. If they wish to secure their place in the semi-finals, they need to win by a margin that puts India behind them in the net run rate. A loss or an abandoned game means that they have to pray for a lot of ifs and buts to go their way in the match of Bangladesh vs Afghanistan to advance to the semi-final.
Read more: T20 World Cup: Afghanistan stun Australia
Performance and Team Situation
India will approach this match with a lot of confidence after being the only unbeaten side in this World Cup and comprehensively winning the first two matches of the Super 8. Their main strength has been their team performance. Almost everyone is chipping in in every game which is making them look formidable. They are unbeaten till now but still, none of their batters is in the top 11 run-scorers of this tournament. This shows that India have not been a one-man show. Their only issue was the opening pair which also clicked against Bangladesh. This team spirit has been the key throughout this campaign for them. Similarly, their bowling has also been solid. Their main frontline bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah have taken 22 wickets combined. As a result, in a World Cup where condition has been the main talking point, no condition doesn’t seem to be enough to stop them.
Australia were also unbeaten until the last match. Afghanistan exposed their various lackings and gave them what seems to be a timely wake-up call. Unlike India, Australia have been more of individual brilliance. For a major part of the tournament, Marcus Stoinis played a crucial role for their wins. Travis Head also has some innings to mention. The good news is their other major batters like David Warner and Glenn Maxwell seem to have gained some ground and contributed well in the Super 8 matches. Yet there needs to be a cumulative effort for them to win the odds they are facing. Similar goes to bowling which has been more of a one-man show than their batting. Adam Zampa is the 2nd highest wicket-taker of this edition of the World Cup with 13. However, their next best is Pat Cummins who got 9 wickets courtesy of back-to-back hat-tricks. Their bowling also needs to get in good shape before that.
Read more: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Groups, Match Fixtures, and Venues
Table: India Team's Performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 So Far
Match Played
6
Won
5
Lost
0
Tie/NR
1
Highest Run-scorer
Rishabh Pant (152)
Highest Wicket Taker
Arshdeep Singh (12)
Table: Australia Team's Performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 So Far
Match Played
6
Won
5
Lost
1
Tie/NR
0
Highest Run-scorer
Travis Head (179)
Highest Wicket Taker
Adam Zampa (13)
IND vs AUS H-to-H T20I Records So Far
Table: Head-to-Head T20I Records Between India and Australia So Far
Matches Played
India Won
Australia Won
TIE/NR
31
19
11
01
Table: H2H Records Between India and Australia in T20 World Cup Tournaments So Far
Matches Played
India Won
Australia Won
TIE/NR
5
3
2
0
It has been an evenly balanced tie in the World Cup for them. However, India winning the last two World Cup matches between these two great cricketing nations gives them an additional edge for this match.
Read more: Cummins makes history with back-to-back hat-tricks in T20 World Cup
Probable Lineups
Most Probable XI of India Team
Rohit Sharma (Captain), Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav.
Most Probable XI of Australia Team
Travis Head, David Warner, Mitchell Marsh (Captain), Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Tim David, Matthew Wade, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa.
Read more: Venue Guide: Stadiums of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024
Key Players to Watch in Team India
Virat Kohli
He was the man of the match in these two sides' last meeting in a T20 World Cup match. Virat Kohli has also regained some form in the match against Bangladesh. Now at St. Lucia, the highest scoring ground of this world cup, against Australia, his favorite opponents in this format of the game, very few will bet against him not making the difference in this match.
Rishabh Pant
He has been the most consistent of Indian batters this time. He is not necessarily playing big innings. But he makes sure to shift the momentum completely towards India’s side. India needs another similar impact from him once more
Jasprit Bumrah
The strike bowler of India is going to be key in this match. His ability to pick early wickets is unmatched. Also, he loves bowling against the Aussies against whom he has picked up the most wickets in his career. He must be very eager to do something similar again.
Read more: Analysis of India Squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World 2024
Key Players to Watch in Australian Team
Glenn Maxwell
He can be for Australia what Virat Kohli can be for India in this match. After an underwhelming World Cup, Glenn Maxwell picked up his game just at the right time with his 59 against Afghanistan. It would be interesting to see what he does against the opponent he scored the most runs in his career.
Travis Head
Travis Head is the highest run-scorer for Australia. He has tried to give a fiery start to the team. After an IPL where he dominated, one can rely on him to thrive against this Indian bowling line-up. Australia will hope for that as well.
Adam Zampa
Adam Zampa literally can’t stop taking wickets at this point. Even though India always have a reputation for playing the spin better, the 2nd highest wicket-taker of this World Cup cannot be taken lightly. Also, he shines while facing an Asian side. As St. Lucia has a batting-friendly condition, he needs to pick regular wickets to stop India’s scorecard from getting out of hand.
Read more: Analysis of Australia Squad in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Verdict
There is a possibility of rain in this game. It is a match where nothing can be predicted. Yet with the form they are in, India might be the favorite for this game. But it would not be wise to count Australia out at any point. The IND vs AUS match at the 2024 T20 World Cup’s Super 8 Stage will be highly enjoyable and competitive.
5 months ago
Bangladesh vs Australia Match Preview: T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8
Australia will face Bangladesh in their first game of ‘Super 8’ in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The game will take place in Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua on the 21st of June at 6:30 a.m. BST. Here you will find all you need to know about the game.
Match Details
Table: Schedule of BAN vs AUS match in the T20 World Cup 2024 at Super 8 Stage
Match
Date (BST)
Teams
Time (BST)
Venue
44
21/6/2024
Bangladesh vs Australia
6:30 AM
Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua
Read more: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Groups, Match Fixtures, and Venues
Preview of BAN vs AUS Match in T20 World Cup 2024
Australia had a 100% record of winning in the group stage where they beat all of England, Namibia, Scotland, and Oman comprehensively to become the group champion. Bangladesh also performed impressively in the group. Barring losing a cliffhanger against South Africa, they won all of their group games.
Australian batting has arguably been the best in this tournament. In an event where teams are struggling to get runs, Australia has scored 160+ on three occasions. The other game where they didn’t achieve this feat was only because Namibia gave them a target of 73 only and they chased it down within 8 overs. Additionally, they are one of the only 3 teams to score 200+ in an innings in this World Cup till now.
On the other hand, Bangladesh have been reliant on their bowling this time. Their pacers have delivered big time. Leg-spinner Rishad Hossain was a revelation for them during this World Cup.
The same goes for Tanzim Hasan Sakib who is the joint 3rd highest wicket-taker of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Two of the top 10 wicket-takers of this tournament are from Bangladesh. At the same time, two of the top 10 run-scorers of this ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 are from Australia.
Australia’s strongest zone is Bangladesh’s weakest. The Bangladesh team’s batting has been extremely unreliable this time. The horrible lack of form in their top order is a huge concern for them. Their opening pair couldn’t gather a single run two out of four times in this World Cup. They could only manage 9 and 3 runs the other two times in their opening partnership. Additionally, their highest 2nd wicket partnership is only 20 runs and they lost three wickets within 50 runs twice. Shakib Al Hasan’s half-century against the Netherlands is the only occasion of 50+ innings from a Bangladeshi batter this time. These are just some glimpses of their batting performance.
Therefore, Australia will look to bat first to put a good total on the board and suffocate the struggling Bangladesh batting lineup. Bangladesh will look toward their bowlers, specially seamers, to get them past this Australian side and start the Super 8 phase with a win.
Read more: Bangladesh pacer Tanzim fined for on-field misconduct in T20 World Cup
Table: Australia’s Performance in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Match Played
4
Won
4
Lost
0
Tie/NR
0
Highest Run-scorer
Marcus Stoinis (156)
Highest Wicket Taker
Adam Zampa (9)
Table: Bangladesh’s Performance in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Played
4
Won
3
Lost
1
Tie/NR
0
Highest Run-scorer
Towhid Hridoy (95)
Highest Wicket Taker
Tanzim Hasan Sakib (9)
Read more: Venue Guide: Stadiums of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024
H2H T20I Records Between Bangladesh and Australia So Far
Table: BAN vs AUS Head-to-Head Records in T20I Format
Matches Played
Australia Won
Bangladesh Won
TIE/NR
10
6
4
0
Table: BAN vs AUS Head-to-Head Records in the ICC T20 World Cup Tournaments So Far
Matches Played
Australia Won
Bangladesh Won
TIE/NR
4
4
0
0
Australia will be confident about a win as they never lost to Bangladesh in the ICC T20 World Cup game. However, Bangladesh won 4 out of the last 6 games between these two sides which can be a confidence booster for them.
Probable Lineups of BAN vs AUS Match in Super 8 Stage
Most Probable XI of Australia Team
Travis Head, David Warner, Mitchell Marsh (Captain), Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Tim David, Matthew Wade, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, and Adam Zampa.
Most Probable XI of Bangladesh Team
Tanzid Hasan, Litton Kumer Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto (Captain), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Sakib, and Mustafizur Rahman.
Read more: Bangladesh secures last Super 8 spot beating Nepal at T20 World Cup; Pakistan bows out
Key Players to Watch in the Australian Team
Marcus Stoinis
Marcus Stoinis has been the best player for Australia. He is the highest run-scorer and 2nd highest wicket-taker for the team in this campaign. His impact has been a differential factor for them. The games against Oman and Scotland are direct evidence of his impact where Australia had some concerns due to the early fall of wickets. Stoinis not only steadied the ship for Australia but anchored them to sail. He has won Man of the Match in 2 out of 4 games
Travis Head
Travis Head is the 2nd highest run-scorer for Australia. He has maintained his role of giving a fiery start to the team. However, his main impact would be against Bangladesh pacers. He has a strike rate of almost 200+ against right-handed pacers this year. Therefore, he is the perfect man to tackle the fearsome pace attack of Bangladesh.
Adam Zampa
Adam Zampa has been the go-to spin bowler of Australia for a long time. He is the highest wicket-taker for Australia and the 2nd most impactful player for this team. He won the Man of the Match award in the other two matches where Marcus Stoinis didn’t win. Bangladesh traditionally suffers against leg-spinners. Therefore, he can be vital for this game.
Read more: Analysis of Australia Squad in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Key Players to Watch in the Bangladesh Team
Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Given the form of batting, Bangladesh have to rely on their bowlers largely to get a result from this game. And so far, no one is more reliable than Tanzim Sakib. He has been a headache for opponent top-order batters. He has taken 4 against Nepal, 3 against South Africa, and 1 each against Sri Lanka, and Netherlands in his opening spells. Bangladesh need early wickets in this game and Tanzim Sakib is the man for this.
Rishad Hossain
He has been a trump card for Bangladesh. He picked 7 wickets but all of them were huge and game-changing wickets. Australian batters struggle against spinners, especially leggings. Rishad Hossain has to play one of his best games with the ball. Also, the match is supposed to be a bit more high-scoring. Therefore, his pinch-hitting can prove vital against Nepal.
Mustafizur Rahman
Another of the key bowlers of Bangladesh. If Tanzim Sakib does the damage in the beginning, he destroys the opponent’s innings in the end. He has been the death-over specialist of this World Cup. His role becomes more crucial as he might be bowling against their hard-hitters like Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and Tim David. Bangladesh need a classic Mustafiz show in this game.
Verdict
Australian Men’s Cricket Team always enter every tournament and matches as the favorites. They have maintained their winning streak in this ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 so far. Not to mention, they are favorites in the BAN vs AUS match in the Super 8 stage. However, Bangladesh can also turn out to be the winner if they can solve their issue with batting.
Read more: Analyzing Bangladesh Squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.
6 months ago
Venue Guide: Stadiums of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 tournament started this month. There’s a considerable buzz over the venues of the World Cup. The group stage matches will be played in USA and West Indies venues with the Super Eight and beyond moving exclusively to the Caribbeans. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s T20 World Cup venues.
Venues in the USA
Central Broward Park – Florida
Central Broward Park in Lauderhill, Florida is one of two dedicated cricket stadiums in the USA. The stadium started operating on 9th November 2007 at a construction cost of 70 million USD with a capacity of 25,000.
Central Broward Park marks a lot of firsts for US Cricket. It’s the first pitch to receive ICC certification, the first stadium in the USA to host a T20 series in 2010, and USA’s first ODI series which also marked the home country’s first ODI win.
The stadium will host 4 group-stage games in the World Cup including one each of the USA, India, and Pakistan along with three warm-up matches.
Read more: Squad Analysis of Sri Lanka for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Nassau County International Cricket Stadium – New York
The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium is a modular stadium made specifically for the T20 World Cup. The stadium is situated on the grounds of Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, New York. After the World Cup, the outfield is slated to be left intact as a legacy of the event.
The stadium's design was unveiled by ICC on 17th January 2024 with a seating capacity of 34,000. It was officially inaugurated by Usain Bolt on 15th May.
The stadium will host 8 group stage matches including the high voltage India vs Pakistan on 9th June.
Grand Prairie Stadium – Texas
Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, Texas is the second of the two dedicated cricket stadiums in the USA. The stadium used to be the home ballpark of Texas AirHogs. After the AirHogs folded in 2020, American Cricket Enterprise acquired the lease of the stadium with a 20 million USD redevelopment program. It has a seating capacity of 15,000.
Read more: Stars who can be game-changers for Bangladesh in T20 World Cup
The stadium will feature 4 matches of the World Cup including Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka on 7th June. The host country USA also has two matches scheduled against Canada and Pakistan here.
Venues in the West Indies
Sir Vivian Richards Stadium – Antigua and Barbuda
Sir Vivian Richards stadium is located in North Sound, St. George. The stadium was established in 2006 for the 2007 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. It has a seating capacity of 10,000 with possible arrangements for capacity extensions.
The stadium will feature 8 games with 4 group matches and 4 super eight matches. Notable group matches include Australia vs Namibia and England vs Namibia on the 11th and 15th of June respectively.
One of the best things about Sir Vivian Richards stadium is the in-house food. Spectators can enjoy the signature local lobster, ducana, saltfish, pepperpot, and jerk chicken on the stadium grounds.
Read more: Analysis of India Squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World 2024
Kensington Oval – Barbados
Kensington Oval is the premier and the oldest cricket stadium in Barbados. The stadium was built in 1871 and has since featured local and international games in its illustrious run. It is currently under the management of the Barbados Cricket Association and has a seating arrangement of around 28,000.
Kensington Oval will host 9 matches in the tournament including the all-important final. There will be 5 group stage matches including the high voltage England vs Australia on 8th June. The stadium will also feature 3 Super Eight stage matches.
The majority of the concessionaires will be situated at the western concourse of the stadium. Additionally, each stand will have its own food operations.
Guyana National Stadium – Guyana
The Guyana National Stadium was constructed in 2006 ahead of the 2007 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. The stadium has a capacity of around 20,000 and can be converted into a multi-use facility in addition to a cricket stadium. The ground is most notable for the 2007 World Cup match between Sri Lanka and South Africa where the Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga took 4 consecutive wickets in 4 balls, a first in cricketing history.
Read more: Shakib keen to play another T20 World Cup
Guyana National Stadium will host 6 matches in the T20 World Cup. Five of these matches will be group stage ones and the 2nd semi-final on 27th June.
Daren Sammy Cricket Ground – St. Lucia
The Daren Sammy Cricket Ground is situated in Gros Islet, St. Lucia. The stadium was founded in 2002 and has a seating capacity of around 15,000.
The stadium holds the prestigious position as a standard for all current and future stadiums in the Caribbean owing to its high facilities. This year, the stadium will host 6 games of the World Cup with 3 group-stage games and 3 Super Eight games. One of the group stages games will feature the host West Indies taking on Afghanistan on 17th June.
The stadium itself has several food stalls offering meats, seafood, Halal, vegan, vegetarian options, snacks, and desserts.
Read more: T20 World Cup matches to be broadcasted on Nagorik TV and Toffee
Arnos Vale Ground – St. Vincent and Grenadines
Arnos Vale Stadium is located in Kingstown, St. Vincent. The stadium held its first international match back in 1981. Today the stadium is part of the Arnos Vale Sports Complex and works as a multi-sports ground. This is the same stadium where Bangladesh recorded their maiden test victory over West Indies in 2009.
The Arnos Vale stadium will feature 3 group stages and 2 Super Eight matches. Bangladesh will face the Netherlands and Nepal in this stadium on the 13th and 16th of June respectively.
Brian Lara Cricket Academy – Trinidad and Tobago
Brian Lara Cricket Academy stadium is situated in Tarouba, Trinidad and Tobago. The stadium was inaugurated in 2017. Initially, the plan was to inaugurate the stadium for the warm-up matches of the 2007 Men’s Cricket World Cup. However, the plan was later postponed. The stadium has a total capacity of around 15,000.
The ground will host 4 group stage matches and the first semifinal on 26th June. The stadium also hosted 4 warm-up matches leading up to the World Cup.
Read more: Fixtures of Bangladesh Team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
The stadium offers a unique gastronomic experience with Indo-Caribbean dishes, creoles, and local favorite “Bake n Shark”.
Final Words
In addition to the 9 stadiums listed above, Queen’s Park Oval in Trinidad and Tobago was also selected to host 4 warm-up games leading up to the main event. It’s a unique opportunity as ICC plans to make a resounding impact on cricket in North America with this mega event.
One thing to note is that no food and beverages are allowed in any of the USA stadiums. But thankfully, every ground will have cart operations right outside the stadium premises.
With the event already underway, all eyes are now on the USA and West Indies to see who becomes the champion of the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
Read more: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Groups, Match Fixtures, and Venues
6 months ago