Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said he has no personal goals but wants Bangladesh to win a trophy ahead of T20 World Cup, starting on June 2

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to be the biggest edition in the tournament’s history, with 20 cricket nations battling for the coveted trophy from June 1 to 29 in the West Indies and the USA. This ninth edition will feature 55 matches played across nine cities – six in the West Indies and three in the USA.

Successful Hosts and Defending Champions

The West Indies, who hosted the T20 World Cup in 2010, and defending champions England are the most successful nations in the men’s T20 World Cup, with two titles each. However, both teams will miss their star all-rounders at the tournament. Former West Indian captain Jason Holder was replaced by Obed McCoy due to an injury, while Ben Stokes, who top-scored against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2022 final, opted out due to lack of fitness.

What are the formats and schedule of the T20 World Cup?

The teams have been divided into four groups for the tournament:

Group A: India, Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, USA

Group B: England, Australia, Namibia, Scotland, Oman

Group C: New Zealand, West Indies, Afghanistan, Uganda, Papua New Guinea

Group D: South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Netherlands, Nepal

One of the most anticipated clashes will be the India vs Pakistan Group A match, scheduled for June 9 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York. The last time these arch-rivals met at the T20 World Cup in 2022, Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 82 sealed an improbable victory for India.

Qualification and Progression

The top two teams from each group will progress to the Super Eight stage, which will see eight teams, divided into two groups of four, compete for semi-final spots.

The West Indies and the USA qualified for the World Cup as co-hosts, while the eight best-placed teams from the 2022 T20 World Cup – England, Pakistan, India, New Zealand, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Australia, and the Netherlands – gained automatic qualification. Afghanistan and Bangladesh qualified through T20 team rankings.

Ireland and Scotland progressed through the European qualifier, while Canada confirmed their berth by emerging victorious in the Americas qualifier. Papua New Guinea won the East Asia-Pacific qualifier, and Nepal and Oman advanced from the Asia qualifier. Namibia and Uganda qualified from Africa.

Debutants and Oldest Player

While West Indies, England, India, Australia, Pakistan, New Zealand, South Africa, and Bangladesh have featured in all previous eight editions, USA, Canada, and Uganda will be making their T20 World Cup debuts.

Uganda’s 43-year-old off-spinner Frank Nsubuga will become the oldest player to play in a T20 World Cup if he takes the field in the United States and the West Indies.

Associate Teams

USA, Canada, Namibia, Scotland, Oman, Papua New Guinea, Uganda, the Netherlands, and Nepal are the nine associate teams taking part in the competition, adding to the diversity and excitement of the event.

With thrilling matches, fierce rivalries, and the best talents on display, the T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be a cricketing spectacle like never before.

T20 World Cup 2024 teams

New Zealand announced their 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 on April 29, making them the first team to do so. Pakistan was the last team to announce their squad on May 24. Below is the list of all participating teams’ squads.

Bangladesh T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Bangladesh cricket team: Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Taskin Ahmed, Litton Das, Soumya Sarkar, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Shakib Al Hasan, Tawhid Hridoy, Mahmud Ullah Riyad, Jaker Ali Anik, Tanvir Islam, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib; Reserves: Afif Hossain, Hasan Mahmud.

Afghanistan T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Afghanistan cricket team: Rashid Khan (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Ishaq, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Karim Janat, Nangyal Kharoti, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Ahmad Malik; Reserves: Sediq Atal, Hazratullah Zazai, Saleem Safi.

Australia T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Australia cricket team: Mitchell Marsh (c), Ashton Agar, Pat Cummins, Tim David, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Wade, David Warner, Adam Zampa; Reserves: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Matt Short.

Canada T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Canada cricket team: Saad Bin Zafar (c), Aaron Johnson, Ravinderpal Singh, Navneet Dhaliwal, Kaleem Sana, Dillon Heyliger, Jeremy Gordon, Nikhil Dutta, Pargat Singh, Nicholas Kirton, Rayyankhan Pathan, Junaid Siddiqui, Dilpreet Bajwa, Shreyas Movva, Rishiv Joshi; Reserves: Tajinder Singh, Aaditya Varadharajan, Ammar Khalid, Jatinder Matharu, Parveen Kumar

England T20 World Cup 2024 squad

England cricket team: Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Jofra Archer, Jonathan Bairstow, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Chris Jordan, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Reece Topley, Mark Wood

India T20 World Cup 2024 squad

India cricket team: Rohit Sharma (c), Hardik Pandya, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Siraj. Reserves: Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Avesh Khan

Ireland T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Ireland cricket team: Paul Stirling (c), Mark Adair, Ross Adair, Andrew Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Graham Hume, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Neil Rock, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Ben White, Craig Young

Namibia T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Namibia cricket team: Gerhard Erasmus (c), Zane Green, Michael Van Lingen, Dylan Leicher, Ruben Trumpelmann, Jack Brassell, Ben Shikongo, Tangeni Lungameni, Niko Davin, JJ Smit, Jan Frylinck, JP Kotze, David Wiese, Bernard Scholtz, Malan Kruger, PD Blignaut

Nepal T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Nepal cricket team: Rohit Paudel (c), Aasif Sheikh, Anil Kumar Sah, Kushal Bhurtel, Kushal Malla, Dipendra Singh Airee, Lalit Rajbanshi, Karan KC, Gulshan Jha, Sompal Kami, Pratis GC, Sundeep Jora, Abinash Bohara, Sagar Dhakal, Kamal Singh Airee

Netherlands T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Netherlands cricket team: Scott Edwards (c), Aryan Dutt, Bas de Leede, Kyle Klein, Logan van Beek, Max O’Dowd, Michael Levitt, Paul van Meekeren, Ryan Klein, Saqib Zulfiqar, Sybrand Engelbrecht, Teja Nidamanuru, ⁠⁠Tim Pringle, Vikram Singh, Viv Kingma, Wesley Barresi; Reserve: Ryan Klein

New Zealand T20 World Cup 2024 squad

New Zealand cricket team: Kane Williamson (c), Finn Allen, Trent Boult, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee; Reserve: Ben Sears

Oman T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Oman cricket team: Aqib Ilyas (c), Zeeshan Maqsood, Kashyap Prajapati, Pratik Athavale, Ayaan Khan, Shoaib Khan, Mohammad Nadeem, Naseem Khushi, Mehran Khan, Bilal Khan, Rafiullah, Kaleemullah, Fayyaz Butt, Shakeel Ahmad, Khalid Kail; Reserves: Jatinder Singh, Samay Shrivastava, Sufyan Mehmood, Jay Odedra

Papua New Guinea T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Papua New Guinea cricket team: Assadollah Vala (c), Alei Nao, Chad Soper, CJ Amini, Hila Vare, Hiri Hiri, Jack Gardner, John Kariko, Kabua Vagi Morea, Kipling Doriga, Lega Siaka, Norman Vanua, Sema Kamea, Sese Bau, Tony Ura

Pakistan T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Pakistan cricket team: Babar Azam (c), Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Rizwan, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Usman Khan

Scotland T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Scotland cricket team: Richie Berrington (c), Matthew Cross, Brad Currie, Chris Greaves, Oli Hairs, Jack Jarvis, Michael Jones, Michael Leask, Brandon McMullen, George Munsey, Safyaan Sharif, Chris Sole, Charlie Tear, Mark Watt, Brad Wheal

South Africa T20 World Cup 2024 squad

South Africa cricket team: Aiden Markram (c), Ottniel Baartman, Gerald Coetzee, Quinton de Kock, Bjorn Fortuin, Reeza Hendricks, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, David Miller, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs

Sri Lanka T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Sri Lanka cricket team: Wanindu Hasaranga (c), Charith Asalanka, Kusal Mendis, Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Angelo Mathews, Dasun Shanaka, Dhananjaya De Silva, Maheesh Theekshana, Dunith Wellalage, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka. Reserves: Asitha Fernando, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Janith Liyanage.

Uganda T20 World Cup 2024 squad

Uganda cricket team: Brian Masaba (c), Simon Ssesazi, Roger Mukasa, Cosmas Kyewuta, Dinesh Nakrani, Fred Achelam, Kenneth Waiswa, Alpesh Ramjani, Frank Nsubuga, Henry Ssenyondo, Bilal Hassun, Robinson Obuya, Riazat Ali Shah, Juma Miyaji, Ronak Patel; Reserves: Innocent Mwebaze, Ronald Lutaaya

United States T20 World Cup 2024 squad

United States cricket team: Monank Patel (c), Aaron Jones, Andries Gous, Corey Anderson, Ali Khan, Harmeet Singh, Jessy Singh, Milind Kumar, Nisarg Patel, Nitish Kumar, Noshtush Kenjige, Saurabh Nethralvakar, Shadley Van Schalkwyk, Steven Taylor, Shayan Jahangir; Reserves: Gajanand Singh, Juanoy Drysdale, Yasir Mohammad.

West Indies T20 World Cup 2024 squad

West Indies cricket team: Rovman Powell (c), Alzarri Joseph, Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Jason Holder, Shai Hope, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Gudakesh Motie, Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd

Which Teams are Favourites to Win the T20 World Cup 2024?

Five favourites for the title are:

• Australia
• England
• West Indies
• India
• Pakistan

The T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be an exhilarating tournament, with several powerhouse teams emerging as strong contenders for the coveted trophy. Sides like India, England, and Australia have consistently demonstrated their prowess in the shortest format of the game, making them favorites to lift the title. However, the West Indies, with their rich history and success in T20 cricket, cannot be counted out as they possess the ability to spring surprises.

The strengths and weaknesses of the five favorites for the T20 World Cup 2024

England

Strengths:

• Batting Power: England boasts a strong batting lineup with big hitters like Will Jacks, Jonny Bairstow, Jos Buttler, and Phil Salt.
• Depth: Their all-rounders provide depth in both batting and bowling.
• Pace Attack: Jofra Archer (if fit) and Mark Wood form a fearsome pace duo.

Weaknesses:

• England has struggled in recent T20Is, losing eight out of 12 matches since the 2022 final.
• Ben Stokes’ Absence: Stokes’ absence leaves a significant hole from their victorious side 18 months ago.

India

Strengths:

• Star Players: Led by Rohit Sharma, India has stars like Jasprit Bumrah and Virat Kohli.
• IPL Form: The proximity of the IPL to the tournament adds intrigue to India’s selection.

Weaknesses:

• Selection Dilemmas: Choosing between established players and last-minute bolters.
• Lack of Match Practice: Some players may not have had enough T20I exposure due to scheduling.

West Indies

Strengths

• Explosive Batting: West Indies’ power hitters like Chris Gayle and Andre Russell can change games.
• Experience: They have players with extensive T20 experience.

Weaknesses

• Consistency: West Indies can be inconsistent, especially in bowling.
• Dependence on Key Players: Relying too heavily on individual brilliance.

Australia:

Strengths:

• Champion Pedigree: The 2021 winners have a history of success in T20 cricket.
• All-rounders: Australia has quality all-rounders who can contribute with bat and ball.

Weaknesses:

• Recent Form: Their recent form may be a concern.
• Adapting to Conditions: Playing in unfamiliar conditions (United States and West Indies).

Pakistan

Strengths:

• Talented Bowling: Pakistan has a strong bowling attack led by Shaheen Afridi and Shadab Khan.
• Unpredictability: Their unpredictability can work in their favor.

Weaknesses:

• Batting Consistency: Pakistan’s batting can be inconsistent.
• Fielding: Fielding lapses have hurt them in the past.

Where will the matches be played?

The T20 World Cup will be held at nine venues, with three in the US and six across the West Indies.

In the US, New York, Texas, and Florida will host 16 matches, with New York hosting half, including the marquee India vs. Pakistan clash.

The six Caribbean nations hosting 39 matches are Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Grenada, Guyana, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago.

T20 World Cup Rules for Ties, Super Overs, and Rain Delays

Here are the rules:

Ties: All tied matches will proceed to a super over. If the super over is also tied, subsequent super overs will be played until a winner is determined.

Rain Delays: In the group stage and Super Eight, each team must complete at least five overs for a result to be declared if a match is delayed by weather or other interruptions.

Semifinals and Final: Additional time will be allotted to complete these matches in case of delays. The final has a reserve day on Sunday, June 30, to ensure completion.

Previous winners of the T20 World Cup

• 2007: India
• 2009: Pakistan
• 2010: England
• 2012: West Indies
• 2014: Sri Lanka
• 2016: West Indies
• 2021: Australia
• 2022: England

Prize Money for the T20 World Cup

The ICC has not yet confirmed the prize money for the 2024 T20 World Cup. However, in the previous edition, England, the champions of 2022, received $1.6 million.

T20 World Cup tickets

Tickets for the T20 World Cup 2024 went on sale in February via a public ballot, with prices starting at $6 and reaching into the hundreds. Some group and Super Eight match tickets are still available on the tournament’s official website.