West Indies has been selected as the host country for the T20 World Cup 2024, as announced by the International Cricket Council (ICC). The tournament is set to take place across seven Caribbean countries and the United States. However, Jamaica did not make it onto the list of confirmed venues.
The chosen Caribbean islands to co-host the T20 World Cup matches are Antigua, Barbados, Dominica, Guyana, Saint Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad & Tobago. This will mark the return of the World Cup to the West Indies after a gap of 14 years. The region previously hosted the ODI World Cup in 2007 and the T20 World Cup in 2010.
Regarding the tournament in the USA, three cities have been shortlisted as potential hosts: Dallas, Florida, and New York. However, the ICC has yet to announce which venues will stage which fixtures. According to a report by ESPNCricinfo, Guyana, Barbados, and Trinidad & Tobago are likely to host the Super Eights and the final. The Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad is reportedly the frontrunner to host the final, while the Kensington Oval in Barbados is also being considered.
The T20 World Cup 2024 will feature 20 teams competing in a total of 55 matches across 10 venues. The group stage matches will be held in the USA, while the Caribbean islands will host the Super Eights and the final.
ICC Chief Executive, Geoff Allardice, expressed his delight at announcing the seven Caribbean venues. He highlighted their popularity among players and fans, ensuring a wonderful backdrop for the tournament. Allardice thanked Cricket West Indies and the host governments for their continuous support.
This will be the third ICC senior men’s event hosted by the West Indies. Cricket fans can look forward to enjoying the unique experience of watching cricket in the Caribbean once again.
