We are days away from an Exciting Women’s T20 World Cup Tournament and the International Cricket Council (ICC) is not leaving any stone unturned to make this the most watched and followed Women’s World Cup.
Over the years, Women’s Cricket has garnered much Interest from cricket fans and ICC is trying to promote the game of cricket to make it as popular as the men’s game. This will be the ninth edition of the event.
T20 format best suits the women’s game and hence will have a decent global audience for the mega event.
As part of the ‘Glitz and Glamour’ attached to the game of cricket, ICC has announced the official event song for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 titled “Whatever it Takes”.
The Official song is sung by an Indian All-Girl Pop Group ‘W.I.S.H’.
The Soundtrack collaborates with composer Parth Parek and acclaimed Music Director Mikey Mc Cleary and is produced by Bay Music House.
With the soundtrack, the official musical video was also launched adding color to the World Cup event.
The pop group will cater to the international audience, especially the cricket-crazy Indian audience, and bring in the young cricket fans to the game. The energy W.I.S.H brings will enhance women sports empowerment globally.
“Whatever It Takes”, embodies the journey of elite cricketers who dedicate their lives to achieving excellence in their sport.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Monday 23 September 2024 announced the official event song for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, titled "Whatever It Takes."#ICCWomensT20WorldCup #OffocialEventSong pic.twitter.com/PuJmRooLzF
— Om Prakash (@Omprakash3644) September 23, 2024
The 2023 edition in South Africa, recorded over 190 million global viewing hours and the 2024 edition is expected to further improve those staggering numbers with a wider global reach.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024: Groups, Squads, Schedule, When And Where To Watch- Everything You Need To Know
The action is set to begin at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates, on 3rd October 2024.
10 Teams will be participating in this mega event.
Also Read : Will the Australian Woman Team be Even Challenged in the 2024 Cricket World Cup- The Complete Guide
Originally to be held in Bangladesh, the tournament has been shifted to the UAE.
Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Groups
| Group A | Group B |
| Sri Lanka | Bangladesh |
| India | South Africa |
| Australia | England |
| New Zealand | Scotland |
| Pakistan | West Indies |
Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Squads
* Source ICCIndia Women:
Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia (subject to fitness), Pooja Vastrakar, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh Thakur, Dayalan Hemalatha, Asha Sobhana, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil (subject to fitness), Sajana Sajeevan
Australia Women:
Alyssa Healy (c), Darcie Brown, Ash Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (vc), Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Tayla Vlaeminck, Georgia Wareham
Pakistan Women:
Fatima Sana (c), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Gull Feroza, Iram Javed, Muneeba Ali, Nashra Sundhu, Nida Dar, Omaima Sohail, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal (subject to fitness), Sidra Amin, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan.
New Zealand Women:
Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Fran Jonas, Leigh Kasperek, Amelia Kerr, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Molly Penfold, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu.
Sri Lanka Women:
Chamari Athapaththu (c), Anushka Sanjeewani, Harshitha Madhavi, Nilakshika de Silva, Inoka Ranaweera, Hasini Perera, Kavisha Dilhari, Sachini Nisansala, Vishmi Gunaratne, Udeshika Prabodhani, Achini Kulasuriya, Sugandika Kumari, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Shashini Gimhani, Ama Kanchana.
Bangladesh Women:
Nigar Sultana Joty (c), Nahida Akter, Murshida Khatun, Shorna Akter, Marufa Akter, Rabeya, Mst. Ritu Moni, Sobhana Mostary, Dilara Akter (wicketkeeper), Sultana Khatun, Jahanara Alam, Fahima Khatun, Taj Nehar, Disha Biswas, Shathi Rani
England Women:
Heather Knight (c), Danni Wyatt, Sophia Dunkley, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alice Capsey, Amy Jones (wicketkeeper), Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Linsey Smith, Freya Kemp, Dani Gibson, Bess Heath
Scotland Women:
Kathryn Bryce (c), Sarah Bryce (vice-captain), Lorna Jack-Brown, Abbi Aitken-Drummond, Abtaha Maqsood, Saskia Horley, Chloe Abel, Priyanaz Chatterji, Megan McColl, Darcey Carter, Ailsa Lister, Hannah Rainey, Rachel Slater, Katherine Fraser, Olivia Bell.
South Africa Women:
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Anneke Bosch, Tazmin Brits, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Mieke de Ridder, Ayanda Hlubi, Sinalo Jafta, Marizanne Kapp, Ayabonga Khaka, Suné Luus, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Seshnie Naidu, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon.
West Indies Women:
Hayley Matthews (c), Aaliyah Alleyne, Shamilia Connell, Deandra Dottin, Shemaine Campbelle (vice-captain/wicketkeeper), Ashmini Munisar, Afy Fletcher, Stafanie Taylor, Chinelle Henry, Chedean Nation, Qiana Joseph, Zaida James, Karishma Ramharack, Mandy Mangru, Nerissa Crafton
| Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Schedule | |||
| Date | Match | Group/Stage | Venue |
| 03-10-24 | Bangladesh vs Scotland | B | Sharjah |
| 03-10-24 | Pakistan vs Sri Lanka | A | Sharjah |
| 04-10-24 | South Africa vs West Indies | B | Dubai |
| 04-10-24 | India vs New Zealand | A | Dubai |
| 05-10-24 | Bangladesh vs England | B | Sharjah |
| 05-10-24 | Australia vs Sri Lanka | A | Sharjah |
| 06-10-24 | India vs Pakistan | A | Dubai |
| 06-10-24 | West Indies vs Scotland | A | Dubai |
| 07-10-24 | England vs South Africa | B | Sharjah |
| 08-10-24 | Australia vs New Zealand | A | Sharjah |
| 09-10-24 | South Africa vs Scotland | B | Dubai |
| 09-10-24 | India vs Sri Lanka | A | Dubai |
| 10-10-24 | Bangladesh vs West Indies | B | Sharjah |
| 11-10-24 | Australia vs Pakistan | A | Dubai |
| 12-10-24 | New Zealand vs Sri Lanka | A | Sharjah |
| 12-10-24 | Bangladesh vs South Africa | B | Dubai |
| 13-10-24 | England vs Scotland | B | Sharjah |
| 13-10-24 | India vs Australia | A | Sharjah |
| 14-10-24 | Pakistan vs New Zealand | A | Dubai |
| 15-10-24 | England vs West Indies | B | Dubai |
| 17-10-24 | TBD | Semi-final 1 | Dubai |
| 18-10-24 | TBD | Semi-final 2 | Sharjah |
| 20-10-24 | TBD | Final | Dubai |
*Source ICC
Frequently Asked Question
- Where to watch?
- Live telecast of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 matches on the Star Sports Network.
- Where will it be Live Streamed?
- The Tournament will be streamed for Disney+ Hotstar app and website.
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