United States is Hosting the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup 2024

This time, the United States is hosting the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup 2024 along with the West Indies. By virtue of hosting the tournament, the US is participating as well.

Times are changing. The country with a footprint in every sport, the US was trailing behind when it came to cricket. This year, things are different. United States of America is not even hosting the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup, but they are participating as well.

Back in 2021, when the International Cricket Council (ICC) finalized the hosts of all essential ICC contests from 2024-2031, the ICC Men’s T20I World Cup caught everybody’s attention!

Why?

Because the United States is hosting the event.

The major US cities – Dallas, Florida, and New York are selected to host the contests.

It is for the first time that the United States of America is hosting an ICC event, even though they are an Associate Member.

More About the World Cup Fixtures

The T20I World Cup fixtures have been released for the upcoming tournament starting from 1st June (2nd June as per IST). The tournament will witness 20 teams divided into four groups, playing in 55 games.

Out of 20 teams, 10 will play their first matches in Florida, Dallas, and New York in 16 matches. USA is hosting the following teams -

• Afghanistan
• Australia
• Bangladesh
• Canada
• England
• India
• Ireland
• Namibia
• Nepal
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Oman
• Pakistan
• Papua New Guinea (PNG)
• Scotland
• South Africa
• Sri Lanka
• Uganda

While announcing the cities in a press conference, ICC Chief Executive, Geoff Allardice said-

“The release of the fixtures is made even more exciting for fans as we enter a new frontier, with the USA hosting a major ICC event for the first time. With 16 matches being played across three venues in the USA, it allows us to make a statement in the world’s biggest sports market.”

The first match of the World Cup is between the United States of America and Canada. One of the world's most mesmerizing cities, New York is hosting one of the blockbuster cricket contests – IND vs PAK on 9th June.

Another interesting fact about this World Cup - 

Nepal has finally qualified for the T20I World Cup. Nepal has been trying to achieve the same since 2014, and finally, they have made it. The team will play their first match at Broward County Stadium in Lauderhill, Florida.