<p>The T20 World Cup is set to return after almost one and a half years, with this edition taking place in the United States and the Caribbean, as they jointly host the event. The last T20 World Cup showcased the grandeur of cricket, and the sport&#8217;s growth has been evident ever since. The fact that the mega event is coming to the United States in 2024 underscores how rapidly the sport is expanding. With the increased number of teams participating, the grandeur of cricket is amplified. One thing is certain: the upcoming T20 World Cup promises to be an unforgettable event. Join us as we delve into the 2024 T20 World Cup match schedules and highlight the top five battles to watch.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2024 T20 World Cup Match Schedule</strong></h2>



<p>The <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/t20cricketworldcup">tournament</a> kicks off on 1 June with a clash between the USA and Canada in Dallas, renewing the oldest rivalry in international cricket. The group stage will see teams battling it out across various venues in the West Indies and the USA, with matches scheduled through to 16 June. The Super 8 stage will follow, leading up to the knockout phase, with the final set to take place on 29 June at the Kensington Oval in Barbados.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Group Stage</strong></h3>



<p><strong>A</strong></p>



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<li>1 June 2024, 19:30 (N)<br>USA vs Canada<br>Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, Texas</li>



<li>5 June 2024, 10:30<br>India vs Ireland<br>Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, East Meadow, New York</li>



<li>6 June 2024, 10:30<br>Pakistan vs USA<br>Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, Texas</li>



<li>7 June 2024, 10:30<br>Canada vs Ireland<br>Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, East Meadow, New York</li>



<li>9 June 2024, 10:30<br>India vs Pakistan<br>Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, East Meadow, New York</li>



<li>11 June 2024, 10:30<br>Pakistan vs Canada<br>Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, East Meadow, New York</li>



<li>12 June 2024, 10:30<br>USA vs India<br>Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, East Meadow, New York</li>



<li>14 June 2024, 10:30<br>USA vs Ireland<br>Central Broward Regional Park Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida</li>



<li>15 June 2024, 10:30<br>Canada vs India<br>Central Broward Regional Park Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida</li>



<li>16 June 2024, 10:30<br>Pakistan vs Ireland<br>Central Broward Regional Park Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>B</strong></p>



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<li>2 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>Oman vs Namibia<br>Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados</li>



<li>4 June 2024, 10:30<br>England vs Scotland<br>Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados</li>



<li>5 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>Oman vs Australia<br>Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados</li>



<li>6 June 2024, 15:00<br>Namibia vs Scotland<br>Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados</li>



<li>8 June 2024, 13:00<br>Australia vs England<br>Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados</li>



<li>9 June 2024, 13:00<br>Oman vs Scotland<br>Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua</li>



<li>11 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>Namibia vs Australia<br>Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua</li>



<li>13 June 2024, 15:00<br>Oman vs England<br>Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua</li>



<li>15 June 2024, 13:00<br>Namibia vs England<br>Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua</li>



<li>15 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>Scotland vs Australia<br>Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>C</strong></p>



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<li>2 June 2024, 10:30<br>West Indies vs Papua New Guinea<br>Providence Stadium, Georgetown, Guyana</li>



<li>3 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>Afghanistan vs Uganda<br>Providence Stadium, Georgetown, Guyana</li>



<li>5 June 2024, 19:30 (N)<br>Uganda vs Papua New Guinea<br>Providence Stadium, Georgetown, Guyana</li>



<li>7 June 2024, 19:30 (N)<br>Afghanistan vs New Zealand<br>Providence Stadium, Georgetown, Guyana</li>



<li>8 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>West Indies vs Uganda<br>Providence Stadium, Georgetown, Guyana</li>



<li>12 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>West Indies vs New Zealand<br>Brian Lara Cricket Academy, San Fernando, Trinidad</li>



<li>13 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>Afghanistan vs Papua New Guinea<br>Brian Lara Cricket Academy, San Fernando, Trinidad</li>



<li>14 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>Uganda vs New Zealand<br>Brian Lara Cricket Academy, San Fernando, Trinidad</li>



<li>17 June 2024, 10:30<br>Papua New Guinea vs New Zealand<br>Brian Lara Cricket Academy, San Fernando, Trinidad</li>



<li>17 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>West Indies vs Afghanistan<br>Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia</li>
</ul>



<p><strong>D</strong></p>



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<li>3 June 2024, 10:30<br>Sri Lanka vs South Africa<br>Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, East Meadow, New York</li>



<li>4 June 2024, 10:30<br>Nepal vs Netherlands<br>Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, Texas</li>



<li>7 June 2024, 19:30 (N)<br>Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh<br>Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, Texas</li>



<li>8 June 2024, 10:30<br>Netherlands vs South Africa<br>Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, East Meadow, New York</li>



<li>10 June 2024, 10:30<br>South Africa vs Bangladesh<br>Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, East Meadow, New York</li>



<li>11 June 2024, 10:30<br>Nepal vs Sri Lanka<br>Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, East Meadow, New York</li>



<li>13 June 2024, 10:30<br>Netherlands vs Bangladesh<br>Central Broward Regional Park Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida</li>



<li>14 June 2024, 10:30<br>Nepal vs Bangladesh<br>Central Broward Regional Park Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida</li>



<li>16 June 2024, 20:30 (N)<br>Netherlands vs Nepal<br>Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia</li>



<li>17 June 2024, 13:00<br>Sri Lanka vs Netherlands<br>Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia</li>
</ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Super 8 Stage</strong></h3>



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<li>19 June 2024 &#8211; 26 June 2024<br>Venues and matchups are to be determined based on Group-phase results.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Knockout Phase</strong></h3>



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<li>28 June 2024<br>Semi-final 1<br>Venue to be determined</li>



<li>29 June 2024<br>Semi-final 2<br>Venue to be determined</li>



<li>1 July 2024<br>Final<br>Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Five games</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1) USA vs Canada</h3>



<p><strong>Date:</strong> 1 June<br><strong>Venue:</strong> Dallas<br>The rivalry between the USA and Canada dates back to 1844, making it the oldest in international cricket. With no love lost between the teams, expect a fierce contest. The last T20I encounter between these two required a Super Over to decide the winner, with USA clinching victory.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2) India vs Pakistan</h3>



<p><strong>Date:</strong> 9 June<br><strong>Venue:</strong> New York<br>An encounter that needs no introduction, the India-Pakistan clash promises high-octane action. The backdrop of Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York adds to the allure of this match.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3) England vs Australia</h3>



<p><strong>Date:</strong> 8 June<br><strong>Venue:</strong> Barbados<br>A blockbuster fixture irrespective of the format, this match at the Kensington Oval in Barbados promises fireworks. With both teams boasting strong line-ups, it&#8217;s set to be a thriller.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">4) South Africa vs Netherlands</h3>



<p><strong>Date:</strong> 8 June<br><strong>Venue:</strong> New York<br>The Netherlands have been a thorn in South Africa&#8217;s side in recent tournaments. Expect a mental battle as much as a physical one, with memories of past upsets lingering.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">5) West Indies vs New Zealand</h3>



<p><strong>Date:</strong> 12 June<br><strong>Venue:</strong> Trinidad and Tobago<br>This match could dictate the fortunes of the co-hosts. With New Zealand having the upper hand in recent encounters, it&#8217;s a must-win for both teams.</p>



<p>The 2024 ICC Men&#8217;s T20 World Cup promises to be a cricketing extravaganza with a plethora of exciting matches to look forward to. Mark your calendars and get ready for a month-long celebration of cricketing brilliance!</p>



<p><strong>Also Read: <a href="https://www.caribbeancricket.org/?p=3782&;preview=true&;_thumbnail_id=3783">2024 T20 World Cup Hosts</a></strong>.</p>

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