The highly-anticipated India-Pakistan T20 World Cup 2024 clash has been officially scheduled for June 9th, at the 34,000-seat modular stadium in Long Island, New York. However, all eyes will be firmly focused on June 9th, when the two cricketing titans lock horns in what is sure to be a historic encounter.
In a much-anticipated clash, India and Pakistan are set to go head-to-head in the T20 World Cup 2024. The match is scheduled for June 9 at a 34,000-seat stadium in Long Island, New York.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled the tournament schedule six months ahead of the event. The T20 World Cup now expanded to include 20 teams. Meanwhile, it will run from June 1 to June 29, with the final in Barbados, hosted by the West Indies.
Tournament’s Schedule
The United States, one of the tournament co-hosts, will kick off the ninth edition by playing against Canada on June 1 in Dallas. In addition, Defending champions England will face Ashes rivals Australia on June 8 in Barbados.
The top two teams from each of the four groups will advance to the Super Eight round, totaling 55 matches in the tournament. However, ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice expressed excitement about the expanded event, bringing together teams from Africa, the Americas, Asia, East-Asia Pacific, and Europe.
Notably, the match between India and Pakistan is expected to be a thrilling encounter, given their cricketing rivalry. In the 2021 T20 World Cup, Pakistan beat India in the Super 12 stage. However, both teams faced challenges in the tournament’s later stages.
Fans and cricket enthusiasts worldwide have eagerly awaited the tournament schedule, according to Cricket West Indies Chief Executive Johnny Graves. Moreover, the announcement is seen as a significant milestone in the preparations for the event.
The T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be a spectacular event, with matches taking place in various locations. It included three venues in the United States before shifting to the Caribbean for the latter stages. The cricketing world is gearing up for an exciting journey. Moreover, teams are preparing for intense competition in this expanded and eagerly awaited T20 World Cup.